When it launches, the e-3008 will come with a front-mounted single motor generating 207bhp and a 73kWh battery, providing a range of 326 miles. The starting price for this model is £45,850.
About 10 months later, the e-3008 lineup will expand to include a Long Range single-motor version with a slightly more powerful 227bhp motor and a 98kWh battery pack, offering a range of 435 miles. Additionally, there will be a dual-motor version with the 73kWh battery, providing four-wheel drive and a combined 316bhp.
At launch, there will also be a mild-hybrid 1.2-litre petrol model in a standard 3008, starting from £34,650. A plug-in hybrid model will be introduced around the same time as the additions to the e-3008 range.
My experience with the e-3008 brought to mind the word “fine,” a term that my colleague Matt Prior believes is not used often enough in car reviews. The e-3008 is fine to drive, akin to a comfortable 16°C day where you can leave your umbrella at home and simply wear one layer when the sun peeks out from behind the light clouds.
One of its most notable attributes is its refinement, for which the e-3008 deserves praise. It is remarkably quiet and provides a soothing driving experience. While there is some motor whine during acceleration, overall it is very peaceful.
In real-world driving scenarios, it offers sufficient power, accelerating quickly off the line before tapering off. It has a 0-62mph time of 8.7 seconds and can reach a top speed of 105mph. Its performance may not be remarkable in numerical terms, but the way it delivers performance makes for a relaxed driving experience.
Regenerative braking can be controlled using the paddles and is effective for reducing speed gradually. It offers three levels of regenerative assistance, which function well. However, the initial 10% of travel for the brake pedal feels unnervingly empty.
We had a brief test drive of an early dual-motor version on a circuit, which proved to be similar to the standard car but with improved acceleration and a more immediate response to accelerator inputs. This is not surprising, considering there are hardly any significant changes to the car apart from an additional 60kg of weight and some software revisions.
During these laps, we also had the opportunity to experience the excellent 10.6m turning circle, which will be advantageous for parking and city driving.
