Peugeot 2008 — MPG & Fuel Costs 2025
Peugeot's compact SUV. Stylish, comfortable, and available with petrol and diesel engines.
The Peugeot 2008 is a compact SUV that turned heads with its sharp styling and digital cabin layout. It offers a slightly raised driving position in a package that remains easy to navigate through narrow streets.
Under the hood, drivers can choose between the 1.2-litre PureTech petrol engine and the highly economical 1.5-litre BlueHDi diesel. It is designed to look rugged while remaining highly efficient.
Real-world petrol consumption sits around 44 MPG, which is typical for the compact SUV segment. It offers a comfortable ride and makes a great urban crossover, with the diesel option remaining a brilliant choice for high-mileage users.
TL;DR
44 MPG
Real-world petrol
54 MPG
Real-world diesel
44L
Tank capacity
£60.19
Full tank (petrol)
14.1p
Per mile (petrol)
Real-World Fuel Economy: The Peugeot 2008 achieves an estimated 44 MPG (petrol) and 54 MPG (diesel) in real-world UK driving conditions, accounting for a 12% WLTP real-world penalty.
Forecourt Fuel Cost: Refueling the 44-litre tank completely costs approximately £60.19 (petrol) or £62.52 (diesel) at average UK fuel price rates.
Fuel economy at a glance
44
Real-world MPG
Petrol
52.3
Official WLTP
Petrol
54
Real-world MPG
Diesel
64.2
Official WLTP
Diesel
Annual fuel costs by mileage
| Annual mileage | Petrol | Diesel |
|---|---|---|
| 5,000 miles/yr | £707 | £598 |
| 7,400 miles/yr(UK average) | £1046 | £885 |
| 10,000 miles/yr | £1413 | £1196 |
| 15,000 miles/yr | £2120 | £1794 |
| 20,000 miles/yr | £2827 | £2393 |
| Full tank (44L) | £60.19 | £62.52 |
| Cost per mile | 14.1p | 12.0p |
Based on UK average fuel prices: petrol 136.8p/L · diesel 142.1p/L. Prices updated regularly.
How does the 2008 compare?
Tips to get better MPG from your 2008
The 2008 has a taller profile than the 208; keeping speeds down on high-speed roads saves considerable fuel.
Use the stop-start system to save fuel at traffic lights and railway crossings.
Avoid carrying unnecessary weight in the boot to maximize the efficiency of this compact crossover.
Is the cheaper petrol station worth it?
In a Peugeot 2008 achieving ~44 MPG real-world, if you fill 35 litres and the alternative station is 10p/litre cheaper:
£3.50
Gross saving on fuel
£0.42
Cost of 3-mile detour
£3.08
Net saving ✓
You could drive up to 25 miles round-trip before the saving disappears entirely.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the real-world MPG of the Peugeot 2008?
The Peugeot 2008 achieves approximately 44 MPG in real-world petrol driving — around 12% lower than the official WLTP figure of 52.3 MPG due to real driving conditions. Diesel variants achieve around 54 MPG real-world.
How much does it cost to fill a Peugeot 2008?
The Peugeot 2008 has a fuel tank of 44 litres. At the UK average of 136.8p/litre for petrol, a full tank costs approximately £60.19. Diesel costs approximately £62.52 for a full tank.
What is the annual fuel cost for a Peugeot 2008?
At the UK average annual mileage of 7,400 miles and current petrol price of 136.8p/litre, a Peugeot 2008 costs approximately £1046 per year in fuel. At 10,000 miles/year the cost rises to £1413. Actual costs vary with your driving style and mileage.
Is it worth driving to a cheaper petrol station in a Peugeot 2008?
In a Peugeot 2008 doing ~44 MPG real-world, driving 3 miles round-trip to save 10p/litre on a 35-litre fill nets approximately £3.08 after the extra fuel cost. You could drive up to 25 miles before the saving is eaten up. Use the WorthThePump calculator for your exact situation.
How much does the Peugeot 2008 cost per mile in fuel?
The Peugeot 2008 costs approximately 14.1p per mile in petrol at current UK prices. Over a typical commute of 30 miles per day, that is approximately £4.23 per day in fuel.
What is the WLTP MPG figure for the Peugeot 2008?
The official WLTP fuel economy figure for the Peugeot 2008 is 52.3 MPG. However, real-world MPG is typically 10–15% lower than WLTP due to cold starts, air conditioning, motorway speeds, and varying loads. WorthThePump uses a 12% real-world penalty to give a more accurate estimate.
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