ELECTRIC PEUGEOT E-2008 GT AUSTRALIA WALKTHROUGH AND TEST DRIVE

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The Peugeot e-2008 GT, reviewed in Australia, presents a premium interior and a distinctive i-Cockpit design, which the reviewer found appealing. However, its high price point (starting at $59,900 before on-road costs) is a significant drawback, especially when compared to more compelling and cheaper Chinese competitors like the MG4 and BYD AO3, and even the Hyundai Kona. The reviewer noted a real-world range of approximately 280 km, falling short of the WLTP 328 km, making it more suitable as a city car than a long-distance tourer. Performance is described as adequate but with noticeable lag and torque steer, and the infotainment system's navigation is considered rudimentary. A major concern is that this model is already superseded in Europe, making its market position in Australia challenging. The reviewer suggests Peugeot needs to bring the newer generation or develop ground-up EVs to be truly competitive.