Peugeot 3008 – the first official pictures

The Peugeot 3008 is, according to Peugeot, a cross between an SUV, MPV and a hatchback. Really? If that’s the market it’s going for then I suppose it’s after the likes of the Nissan Qashqai and Volkswagen Tiguan, but it doesn’t look like it fits.

Peugeot 3008 - a jack of all trades?

Peugeot are making great play of its non-conformist approach (which was always Citroen’s selling point!), but to my eye it just looks a bit odd.

Supposedly, it gives a great driving experience coupled with a high driving position and eco-friendly credentials. Lots of electronic ‘Stuff’ including Dynamic Roll Control and Grip Control, are fitted to the 3008, which makes me wonder whether these are icing or necessities!

The ad-speak from Peugeot says:

Through its non-conformist approach and its resolute styling, the 3008, designed as a pioneering vehicle, offers an original solution and optimal versatility to customers in search of modernity, practicality and driving pleasure.

Protective, versatile and status-enhancing, the Peugeot 3008, a crossover in all respects, opens up new motoring horizons.

Still, I’m all for innovation, and this could well be a terrific package. We’ll just have to wait for Peugeot to send us one over to decide.

By Cars UK