The first-generation Peugeot 5008 (internal code 0U / T87) marked Peugeot's entry into the compact MPV segment, in response to the success of the Renault Scénic. Sharing its platform (PF2) with the 3008 I and the Citroën C4 Picasso, it stands out for its dynamic road handling, rare for the category, and excellent modularity (available in 5 or 7 seats with individual retractable seats). It benefited from a facelift in late 2013 (new grille, LED lights). While its family qualities are undeniable, its career was marred by serious reliability issues with its petrol engines (Prince and PureTech families) and its early diesels, requiring great caution when buying used.
The first-generation Peugeot 5008 is an MPV packed with family and road qualities, but it is undermined by PSA's mechanical choices of that era. Buying a petrol version (VTi, THP, PureTech) or the early 1.6 HDi 110 is a risky gamble that we strongly advise against, unless the engine has been recently replaced with supporting invoices. For a worry-free purchase, it is imperative to target the proven diesel engines: the 2.0 HDi (150 or 163 hp) is the absolute best choice, followed by the 1.6 e-HDi 115 hp for tighter budgets. On the transmission side, favor the manual gearbox or the excellent EAT6 automatic gearbox (which appeared late in its career), and avoid the BMP6/ETG6 automated manual gearbox.