The Peugeot E-208 is available with 100 kW or 115 kW motors, offering WLTP ranges of 363 km and 433 km respectively. The vehicle measures 4055 mm in length and has a curb weight of 1530 kg. The performance-oriented E-208 GTi variant features a 207-kW motor, capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds.
In Italy, pricing for the standard E-208 starts at €34,480, while the GTi model begins at €43,650. These figures include VAT. For comparison, the gasoline-powered Peugeot 208 starts at €18,100. The E-208 is built on an adapted internal combustion engine platform, lacking a front trunk and specific aerodynamic optimizations.
Market competition for the E-208 includes the XPENG L03, which starts at €34,990 in Italy, and the LeapMotor B05, priced from €23,900. The BYD Seagull is also noted as a lower-cost alternative in Europe, with prices under €20,000. These models offer different configurations in terms of range, technology, and interior quality.
Public charging infrastructure in Sardinia presented challenges during the rental period, with several stations being out of service or blocked by other vehicles. The user relied on Level 2 chargers for daily operations. While the E-208 provides adequate torque for city driving, its highway efficiency is lower compared to backroads due to its design.
