Driving the updated Peugeot 2008 SUV today, vastly improved to the first series that arrived in 2013, at last with the right spec to make it a worthy competitor in a crowded small SUV market, Three Peugeot 2008 models from the Active at $26,490 to the GT-Line I tested at 32,990. I love the three- cylinder 1.2-litre engine and new speed automatic. Performance from the superseded model was non-existent – this new combination is vibrant and appealing – great economy, I managed to meet the stated 4.8L/100km but it does need dearer 95 Ron fuel. This aside its hard to criticise the 2WD Peugeot 2008 – the GT line packed with all the bells and whistles in a refreshed body that’s practical on the inside. The dashboard is pure French fashion, different and really practical and inviting, the seats fantastic – my seat critic Mrs Berthon enthusing over their comfort and support. The revitalised second-series Peugeot 2008 now a competitive small SUV package. I’m David Berthon

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