2023 Peugeot 5008 — UK / Europe Buyer’s Guide
Scope: 2023 UK retail year; UK / Europe. Original manufacturer specification only where supported by the sources below.
The 2023 Peugeot 5008 has a specific UK / Europe configuration that shoppers in 2026 should verify rather than treating the badge as a global specification.
Original technical configuration
| Vehicle identity | Peugeot 5008; Second-generation 5008 (P87), 2023 hybrid update |
|---|---|
| Year/market | 2023 — 2023 UK retail year; UK / Europe |
| Body | SUV |
| Powertrain type | HEV / ICE |
| Engine, motors and output | 2023 UK 48V Hybrid 136: 1.2-liter petrol 136 hp/230 Nm; small 48V battery |
| Transmission and drive | Electrified six-speed e-DSC6 dual-clutch |
What changed or distinguishes 2023: Hybrid 136 self-charging drivetrain joins existing second-generation 5008 in 2023.
The powertrain and its rating context
A buyer searching for a 2023 5008 should identify the seven-seat second-generation crossover, not the new-generation Peugeot 5008 launched subsequently. Peugeot's UK August 2023 announcement introduced the Hybrid 136 48V powertrain to both the 5008 and smaller 3008. The quoted package combines a reworked 1.2-liter petrol engine producing 136 hp and 230 Nm with an integrated electric machine, a six-speed e-DSC6 transmission and a battery rated at 898 Wh. That modest energy store is there to support efficient hybrid operation, not extended off-grid electric travel.
Where this vehicle makes sense
Unlike a 3008, the 5008's main argument is passenger flexibility. It can serve families who need a third row occasionally, but buyers should inspect whether the exact trim and seat configuration meets their needs rather than assume every seven-seat vehicle comfortably carries seven adults and luggage together. The hybrid driveline potentially suits stop-start school runs, yet a large family with motorway and holiday loads should budget using realistic journey patterns instead of manufacturer percentage-efficiency improvements alone.
Practical compromises for 2026 shoppers
The 2023 powertrain option is technically significant because the “Hybrid” badge can now describe a 48V system rather than the high-voltage plug-in combination used on other Stellantis models. When reviewing advertisements, demand the gearbox designation and registration details. A comparison between an older 5008 diesel automatic and a late-2023 petrol Hybrid 136 is not a like-for-like fuel economy exercise unless the same route, occupancy and test method are held constant.
Used-car inspection priorities
For used assessment, check folding and latch operation of every seat, roof and tailgate seals, signs of repeated heavy loading, and the condition of seat belts and tyre sizes. Examine verified service history for the specific petrol engine and electrified gearbox, and investigate unexplained warning indicators professionally. Equipment across European countries is not uniform. Safety-rating claims likewise need the exact tested generation and protocol rather than assuming a later 5008 result applies backwards.
Alternatives and model-year boundaries
The alternative 3008 sacrifices the occasional third row for a smaller vehicle; a Renault Espace or larger SUV may provide different cabin and luggage compromises. This profile deliberately does not import specifications from the redesigned 2024/2025 5008.
Sources and Further Reading
- Peugeot / Stellantis UK Media — 2023 UK 5008/3008 hybrid 136 system, battery, 1.2L and e-DSC6.
Publication note: Specifications are original market/trim claims, not independent road testing. Check the VIN, owner manual, official regional recall system and actual vehicle condition before purchase. No imagery has been licensed or attached.