The Peugeot 5008 Generation I (0U) marked Peugeot's first real entry into the compact MPV (Minivan) segment. Sharing its PF2 platform with the Citroën C4 Picasso and Peugeot 308 I, it distinguished itself by offering a more dynamic, car-like driving position and firmer suspension tuning, reducing body roll compared to its rivals. Available in 5 or 7-seat configurations, it boasts excellent modularity with three independent, folding rear seats in the second row. A mid-life facelift in 2013 brought updated styling (new corporate grille and headlights) and equipment upgrades. While highly praised for its practicality and handling, its reputation was severely tarnished by the catastrophic reliability of its early petrol engines (the 'Prince' family co-developed with BMW) and the jerky BMP6 aut
The first-generation Peugeot 5008 is a brilliant family car on paper, offering a superb blend of practicality and driving pleasure. However, if you are specifically looking for a petrol engine, you are navigating a minefield. The 1.6 VTi and 1.6 THP 156 are plagued by severe, expensive design flaws (timing chains, oil consumption) and should be strictly avoided. The later 1.2 PureTech suffers from the infamous wet timing belt issue, requiring meticulous and preventative maintenance. Buying Advice: If you must buy a petrol 5008 I, search exclusively for a late-model (2015-2017) equipped with the 1.6 THP 165, which resolved the major Prince engine flaws. Otherwise, the true sweet spot of this vehicle lies in its diesel lineup: the 2.0 HDi (150 or 163 hp) is virtually bulletproof and perfectly suits the heavy chassis of this MPV.