Best Peugeot Electric & Hybrid Cars: e-208 to e-5008 Range, Pricing & Salary Sacrifice Benefits Explained
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When you think of electric cars, German brands often dominate the conversation. But there's a French alternative that's been quietly building Europe's most comprehensive electric and hybrid vehicle lineup - and it's turning heads with distinctive design, impressive technology, and competitive pricing.
Peugeot has transformed itself from a traditional manufacturer to an electric vehicle leader, offering five production models that blend French flair with practical efficiency. Whether you're after a stylish city car or a long-range family SUV, Peugeot's electric range deserves serious consideration - particularly if you're looking at salary sacrifice schemes where its combination of low BIK tax and competitive pricing creates great value.
Peugeot Electric Cars Overview & Design Philosophy
Peugeot's approach to electric vehicles centres on three distinctive pillars: Allure, Emotion, and Excellence. This fundamentally shapes how Peugeot designs cars differently from German rivals.
Allure embodies "feline qualities" - sharp, sensual lines that create instant visual impact. The distinctive three-claw LED signature makes every Peugeot instantly recognisable, whilst fastback silhouettes combine SUV practicality with coupe elegance.
Emotion represents the driving experience, delivered through Peugeot's signature i-Cockpit with its compact steering wheel philosophy. This motorsport-inspired approach creates "instinctive driving pleasure" where your eyes, hands, and body work in harmony with the road.
Excellence manifests in democratising premium features. Where German brands reserve massage seats, ambient lighting, and panoramic displays for expensive trims, Peugeot makes them accessible in mainstream segments.
This philosophy positions Peugeot as "upper mainstream," bridging the gap between mass market brands and the traditional premium options.
Peugeot's Electric Strategy & i-Cockpit Innovation
At the 2025 Brussels Motorshow at the beginning of the year, Peugeot presented its entire electric range - the widest of any European carmaker. From 2030, Peugeot aims to only sell electric and hybrid vehicles, supported by Stellantis' massive investment into EVs and into strengthening the Ellesmere Port.
The Revolutionary i-Cockpit Experience
What distinguishes Peugeot electric cars is the i-Cockpit, now serving over 10 million customers globally. The system centres on a compact steering wheel positioned to be viewed over rather than through, placing the instrument display at natural eye level. Think of it like a gaming controller versus a traditional steering wheel - more direct, more connected.
The latest Panoramic i-Cockpit (in e-3008 and e-5008) features a seamless 21-inch curved LED screen combining driver instrumentation and a central touchscreen. The 3D holographic instrument cluster projects information at different depths, dynamically prioritising critical alerts closest to your eyeline. Navigation displays in full 3D with buildings and landmarks integrated directly into your view. Below the main display, i-Toggles provide five customisable touch-sensitive shortcuts for instant access to favourite functions - eliminating the menu-diving that plagues many modern touchscreen interfaces.
The reviews can be mixed; some drivers praise the i-Cockpit, while others aren’t fans. If you're considering a Peugeot, definitely arrange an extended test drive - the experience either clicks or it doesn't.
Peugeot Small Electric Cars: e-208 & e-2008
Peugeot e-208: Stylish City EV
Starting from £30,050 (Eligible for the £1,500 Electric Car Grant)
The Peugeot e-208 proves that small electric cars needn't compromise on style or sophistication. This supermini combines French design flair with genuine practicality.
What you get:
50kWh battery: 217 miles WLTP range with 136hp motor
54kWh battery: 258 miles WLTP range with 156hp motor
0-60mph in 8.1 seconds with 100kW DC fast charging (20-80% in 27 minutes)
311-litre boot space and a heat pump fitted as standard
i-Cockpit with 3D digital instruments and 10-inch touchscreen
The e-208 delivers real-world efficiency of approximately 4.1 miles/kWh, translating to a 200-mile range in favourable conditions. Winter performance drops to 120-150 miles, manageable for urban and suburban use. For salary sacrifice, the e-208 creates great value. The £1,500 UK Government Electric Car Grant reduces effective pricing to £28,550, whilst the monthly BIK tax stays low.
Peugeot e-2008: Compact Electric SUV
Starting from £35,400 (Eligible for the £1,500 Electric Car Grant)
The e-2008 takes everything successful about the e-208 and adds SUV practicality, making it ideal for families needing more boot space and a higher driving position.
What you get:
54kWh battery: 227-271 miles WLTP range with 156hp motor
0-60mph in 8.5 seconds with 100kW DC charging capability
434-litre boot space (123 litres more than e-208)
Raised SUV stance with excellent visibility
Same i-Cockpit technology and premium interior materials
Peugeot Family Electric Cars: e-308, e-3008 & e-5008
Peugeot e-308: Mainstream Electric Hatchback
Starting from £34,960 (Eligible for the £1,500 Electric Car Grant)
The e-308 offers mainstream family transport with electric efficiency, sacrificing some practicality for sleeker styling.
What you get:
54kWh battery: 227-271 miles WLTP range with 156hp motor
0-60mph in 8.5 seconds with 100kW DC charging capability
434-litre boot space (123 litres more than e-208)
Raised SUV stance with excellent visibility
Same i-Cockpit technology and premium interior materials
Real-world efficiency sits at 3.8 miles/kWh, delivering 200-220 miles in mixed use. Winter motorway conditions proved disappointing at just 155 miles. The e-308's appeal lies in European build quality and distinctive design, with tax benefits through salary sacrifice, improving competitiveness.
Peugeot e-3008: The Flagship Electric SUV
Starting from £46,060
The e-3008 represents Peugeot's electric revolution. This stunning fastback SUV combines class-leading range, spectacular interior design, and competitive pricing to directly challenge premium brands.
What you get:
73kWh standard battery: 326 miles WLTP range with 210hp motor
98kWh Long Range: 435 miles WLTP range (longest in class) for £48,650
Dual Motor 325 AWD: 320hp with 6.0-second 0-60mph for £58,990
160kW DC fast charging (20-80% in 27 minutes)
Revolutionary 21-inch curved panoramic i-Cockpit display
520-litre boot space with fastback coupe styling
Peugeot e-5008: Seven-Seater Electric Family SUV
Starting from £48,760
The e-5008 solves how to transport a growing family electrically without compromising range or spending £60,000+.
What you get:
73kWh battery: 310 miles WLTP range with 210hp motor for £48,650
98kWh Long Range: 414 miles WLTP range for £51,350
Dual Motor 325 AWD: 320hp performance variant for £58,990
Genuine 2+3+2 seating with sliding second row
348-2,232 litre boot capacity (all seats up to folded)
Same revolutionary Panoramic i-Cockpit as e-3008
Looking Ahead
Announcements earlier this year included the return of the iconic e-208 GTi badge with electric power, leveraging Peugeot Sport engineering. Additionally, the e-3008 and e-5008 high-performance Dual Motor 325 AWD variants launched in July, combining 213hp front and 112hp rear motors for 325hp total output.
Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) Peugeots in the UK
Suppose you’re not quite ready to go full electric, or you want the flexibility of electric mode for everyday commuting and petrol for long journeys. In that case, Peugeot’s plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) offer an excellent bridge to EV ownership.
Peugeot 308 Plug-in Hybrid
Facelift model from £35,095
A well-rounded hatch that brings electric-first commuting and petrol flexibility in one package. It has recently received a facelift for the 2026 model year (announced late 2025), featuring sharper styling, upgraded tech, and a revised plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Specifications:
Electric range: up to ~ 53 miles WLTP for the refreshed PHEV version
Battery: 17.2 kWh usable capacity for the new PHEV.
Combined output: ~195 hp in the new plug-in hybrid format.
Charging: retains typical plug-in hybrid charging (home wallbox, etc) and adds new comfort/tech features (e-Save, improved regen) with the update.
Ordering has opened for the refreshed 308/308 SW
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If you’re looking for a compact plug-in hybrid that’s just been refreshed, then this updated 308 PHEV makes even more sense. The increased electric-only range (up to ~53 miles), improved technology, and sharper styling give it a stronger proposition. It’s still ideal for daily commutes with electric mode and petrol backup for longer trips. With the facelift, it closes the gap to full electric options while retaining PHEV flexibility.
Peugeot 308 SW Plug-in Hybrid (Updated for 2026 Facelift)
Starting price: £36,295
The estate version of the 308 Hybrid adds load space and long-distance practicality, and it’s also been included in Peugeot’s 2026 facelift update, bringing sharper styling, a revised interior, and improved plug-in hybrid performance.
Specifications:
New 17.2 kWh battery (up from 12.4 kWh previously)
Electric-only range: up to ~ 53 miles (WLTP) for the updated 308 SW Hybrid 195
Combined output: ~ 195 hp (1.6 PureTech + 110 hp e-motor)
New interior tech: larger 10-inch infotainment screen, improved ambient lighting and updated i-Toggles for customisable controls
Boot space: 548 litres (expands to 1,574 litres with rear seats folded)
Charging: 3.7 kW standard / 7.4 kW optional onboard charger (2 hours to 100%)
Image source: Stellantis Media
The facelifted 308 SW Plug-in Hybrid brings Peugeot’s latest electrified tech into a family-friendly estate format. With the larger battery, smoother drivetrain and refreshed styling, it feels more premium and capable than before. Its 50+ mile electric-only range makes it perfect for all-electric commuting, while the spacious boot and efficient petrol-electric hybrid system make it ideal for longer journeys or business users needing practicality without high BiK rates.
Peugeot 3008 Plug-in Hybrid
Starting from £48,860
Peugeot’s 3008 is a midsize SUV that combines style, comfort and electric efficiency in equal measure.
Specifications:
17.8 kWh battery for up to 54 miles WLTP range
225 hp FWD or 300 hp AWD Hybrid4
7.4 kW charging (≈ 2 hours 0-100%)
CO₂ as low as 30 g/km
Panoramic i-Cockpit and advanced driver aids
The 3008 Hybrid delivers the refinement of a premium SUV with the tax advantages of a PHEV. You’ll be able to comfortably cover most trips in electric mode and still have plenty of petrol power for long journeys. A smart all-rounder for families and company car drivers alike.
Peugeot 5008 Plug-in Hybrid (New for 2026)
Starting price: £40,860
The first-ever plug-in hybrid version of Peugeot’s seven-seat SUV! The 5008 brings space and electric efficiency together for the first time.
Specifications:
17.8 kWh battery / up to 48 miles WLTP range
195 hp FWD or 300 hp AWD Hybrid4
0–62 mph in ~6.2 seconds (AWD)
7.4 kW charging (≈ 2 hours)
2 + 3 + 2 seating / 760–2,150 L boot capacity
Image source: Stellantis Media
Perfect for larger families and long-distance drivers, the 5008 Hybrid combines real-world electric range with SUV comfort and seven-seat flexibility. A great option for those wanting space and tax savings in equal measure.
Peugeot 9X8 Hybrid Hypercar
The 9X8 isn’t a road car - it’s Peugeot’s Le Mans-winning hybrid hypercar, showcasing the brand’s most advanced electrified technology.
At a glance:
Debut: 2022 FIA World Endurance Championship; updated 2024 “Evo” version now competing.
Powertrain: 2.6-litre twin-turbo V6 + 200 kW front e-motor = 680 hp AWD hybrid.
Purpose: Built purely for endurance racing - not for sale, but its battery management and hybrid-drive tech influence Peugeot’s road cars.
The 9X8 proves Peugeot’s hybrid expertise comes from the track. Lessons from this car feed directly into the plug-in and electric models you can drive today, reinforcing Peugeot’s credibility in performance and efficiency.
Other Peugeot Hybrids (Mild & Full)
Beyond plug-in hybrids and fully electric cars, Peugeot also offers mild-hybrid and self-charging hybrid models such as the new Peugeot 208 Hybrid and 2008 Hybrid 48V versions, which use a small electric motor to assist the petrol engine. They don’t require plugging in, making them simple and efficient for urban driving, though they offer a smaller electric range and fewer tax benefits than PHEVs or EVs.
Peugeot Electric Car Technology & French Engineering
Peugeot's electric vehicles benefit from Stellantis' technology investments whilst maintaining distinctive French engineering approaches.
Platform Foundation
The e-CMP2 platform underpins e-208 and e-2008, housing 50-54kWh batteries with 100-115kW motors. The upgraded platform increased battery capacity by 10% whilst boosting power from 136hp to 156hp.
The STLA Medium platform forms the foundation for e-3008, e-5008, and future models. Designed specifically for electric vehicles, it accommodates 87-98kWh batteries with advanced thermal management. This enables the e-3008's impressive 435-mile range whilst maintaining excellent handling through optimally-positioned batteries.
Battery Technology
September 2025 brought battery preconditioning systems standard across the range - increasing battery temperature by 10°C in 20 minutes when planning routes. This addresses earlier cold-weather limitations.
Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability providing 3kW power becomes standard by the end of 2025, turning your car into a mobile power station for camping equipment, tools, or emergency home backup.
Peugeot Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Benefits
Peugeot's combination of competitive pricing, low BIK tax, and comprehensive specifications creates exceptional salary sacrifice value for company car drivers.
Understanding the Tax Benefits
Choosing a Peugeot through salary sacrifice makes electric or hybrid driving smarter and more affordable. You save on tax, running costs, and upfront payments while enjoying a brand-new car with everything included.
EVs: 4% BiK from April 2026 – still far below petrol or diesel rates.
PHEVs: Typically 8–12% BiK, depending on CO₂ and electric range.
Petrol/Diesel: Up to 37% BiK, making electrified models far cheaper to run.
How Salary Sacrifice Works
Salary sacrifice schemes allow you to lease electric cars through pre-tax salary deductions, delivering 20-50% total cost savings. This reduces your gross salary before tax calculation, lowering both income tax and National Insurance whilst adding only minimal BIK tax.
The table below shows how much salary sacrifice can save an employee who decides to lease a Peugeot through The Electric Car Scheme. If a 40% taxpayer who wanted to drive 10,000 miles per annum and lease a Kia EV9 Air over 4 years, they’d be able to save £516 every month. Bringing their total monthly car cost down from £1,131 to £776 per month just through salary sacrifice!
| Savings breakdown | Peugeot e-3008 (73kWh) | Peugeot e-208 GT Premium (50kWh) | Peugeot e-5008 Long Range Allure (97kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average monthly salary sacrifice (inc VAT) | £666 | £442 | £917 |
| Employee income savings | -£266 | -£177 | -£367 |
| Employee national insurance savings | -£13 | -£9 | -£18 |
| Average benefit-in-kind tax over term | £92 | £64 | £96 |
| Net cost/You pay | £478 | £320 | £628 |
If you want to see how much you can save on your dream EV, visit our quote tool!
Getting Started With EV Salary Sacrifice
For employees:
Check if your employer offers a scheme
Use calculators to see exact monthly costs
Choose your Peugeot model and terms
Complete application
Arrange delivery and home charger
For employers: Partner with providers like The Electric Car Scheme, who handle setup, payroll integration, and ongoing administration.
If you're looking to switch to an electric vehicle through salary sacrifice, Peugeot deserves serious consideration. The combination of competitive pricing, class-leading range (435 miles in the e-3008 Long Range), and distinctively premium interiors creates exceptional value when you factor in the minimal 4% BIK tax rate and savings through salary sacrifice.
For employers wanting to offer valuable, sustainable benefits at zero net cost, or employees seeking distinctive design with exceptional tax efficiency, Peugeot's electric revolution delivers a compelling alternative. Learn more about the ins and outs of salary sacrifice on our dedicated information hub!
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Last updated: 12/11/2025
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