Peugeot 2008 2019: this will be the new SUV “mini” 3008

The most sold among utilities, the Peugeot 2008 SUV, is already preparing its 2nd generation. With the premiere platform 208 and 3008 features and interior, will arrive in the fall of 2019.

Peugeot 2008: this will be the second generation of the SUV in 2019

To the Peugeot 2008 you will not be forced to renew itself completely. And not because it is now an outdated SUV, much less. In fact, It is still the best-selling model in its class, above its great rival Business: the Renault Captur. But must do so not long before the avalanche of news you receive which will, no doubt, fashion category in 2018. New and very good Seat Arona, Kia Stonic or Hyundai Kona They arrive at this end of year 2017 to completely revolutionize the segment.

Peugeot is conscious and therefore already last a second generation which it is today his third best-selling model (Behind only 208 and 308). If marketing was originally scheduled for 2020 after its first generation date one year ago, the most likely already in 2019 we finally meet. If, therefore, 2018 will be the year mark Lion awaited New Peugeot 508, in 2019 will see the presentation both new 208 and its High lift variant 2008, whose forecast would be from autumn.

Peugeot 2008: with the new base of 208

And the new Peugeot 2008 SUV will come after the all-new second generation of conventional utilitarian 208. Just as has happened in SEAT launches new Ibiza and then Arona, he 2008 will come with the new advanced modular platform before the 208, yes conveniently adapted to offer more versatility and functionality, and especially higher.

The new one architecture that will depart known as EMP1, and in fact it is an evolution of the current EMP2 recessed on which sit the new SUV 3008 and 5008, of which take components and especially much aesthetic features. This new base, known as CMP Asia to have developed jointly with its Chinese partner Dongfeng) He promises above all more rigid body and fewer kilos.

The new Peugeot 2008 2019 will be to start about 150 kg lighter, that will come through savings of 100 kg on the platform and about 50 kg is planning to cut through adjustments and components with new materials. More agile and dynamic, therefore, the new SUV will also try to improve your space in order to compete with new models such as the Seat Arona habitable. The gain will come primarily in the headroom and legroom rear.

Interior based on the Peugeot 3008

In terms of aesthetics, and still no official confirmation, if the new Peugeot 508 takes many features of Exalt concept, and the 208 2019 is scheduled to be fixed in the prototype Fractal, of the 2008 we could reduce the dramatic Quarz Concept It could be your inspiration. In the gallery you can view the photos: a spectacular model.

What we do seem to confirm and their leaders, as the exclusive collecting caradisiac.com half French, is that inside the New Peugeot 2008 will draw even more in the SUV 3008. The much praised and rewarded concept driving position i-cockpit It will move to the small SUV, betting on good insurance for box and fully digital instruments and a touch screen also 12.3 inches. With full connectivity it is also provided the addition of new systems and driving assistance driving advanced semi-autonomous.

Diesel, gasoline … and 100% electric

Regarding his mechanical range, the Peugeot 2008 will not give up the supply diesel and traditional gasoline, yes represented and through a range of art. No doubt the offer will command the PureTech versions of 3-cylinder petrol and 1.2 liters, to which accompany the New Diesel BlueHDi as 1.5 which introduces the new 308 with 130 hp. The new 8-speed automatic transmission, developed by PSA, it will be another novelty likely to incorporate.

However the most important premiere which will arrive by the Peugeot 2008, and also before the 208, it will be the -electric version of which we have confirmation, although no official data: only 100% electricity autonomy of at least 400 km is estimated. This is what already allows the new EMP1 platform will presumably of more than 20 new small cars of the PSA group, which also owns and Opel brand.

The new Peugeot 2008 It will be marketed only in front-wheel drive versions, although these French reports indicate already that the brand develops a new more advanced Grip Control system Traction Control. With him, it is estimated that the SUV can adapt better and faster to any surface and low grip roads.