Peugeot e-208 range & battery capacity
Find out all about Peugeot e-208 range and battery capacity if this excellent electric hatchback is on your shortlist
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By Tia Harrison-North
Last updated: 18 February 2025
Peugeot e-208 range is something you'll definitely be interested in if you fancy one sat on your driveway.
Making sure you know the range and battery capacity is key to deciding whether a car matches your lifestyle and figuring out things like how often you’d need to charge.
Whether it's your first electric vehicle (EV) or you're used to battery-powered motoring, the Peugeot e-208 is a top pick for its looks, features and super usable battery capacity.
Learn more about how far you can go in this cracking little electric hatchback below.
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How much range does a Peugeot e-208 have?
The range claimed by car brands for their electric cars is usually based on the WLTP test, so it's a best-case scenario, but still a good measure of how far you'll be able to go on a single charge.
It's worth keeping in mind that small differences between trim levels, such as the size of the wheels, can affect the range.
For the Peugeot e-208, you can expect figures like:
50kWh 136hp – up to 217 miles
50kWh 136hp (2021 updated model) – up to 225 miles
51kWh 156hp – up to 248 miles
Sam Sheehan, our motoring editor, took the e-208 51kWh for a spin himself. He said: “It gets a claimed 248 miles of range from a full charge, and it doesn’t lie.
“We brimmed it at a fast charger (40%-100% in around 40 minutes while eating breakfast), and it stayed impressively true to this claim.
“Being a front-wheel drive hatchback, the Peugeot e-208 has what it takes to be a hoot. While it hasn’t got stats that’ll melt your brain, it’s still fun to drive.”
Peugeot e-208 battery capacity
The battery capacity of an electric car is how much energy it can store to power the car.
The useable battery capacity is how much power you’re able to access, as the battery will keep back some reserve power.
For the current Peugeot e-208, battery capacities are:
50kWh (46.3kWh usable) capacity
51kWh (48.1kWh usable) capacity
Side note: if you're wondering why the 'usable' figure is slightly lower, it's because EVs have an in-built buffer to stop them being charged right to 100%, which can shorten the life of a lithium-ion battery pack.
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What affects your driving range in an e-208?
It’s not as easy as just maxing out the range that Peugeot claims for the e-208 – a few things can affect how far the car can travel.
You’ll need to consider things like:
Temperature – extreme hot or cold temperatures can reduce the range of your e-208
Driving style – you'll use more power if you’re driving like a racing driver, eating into your range, so keep things smooth and steady
Weight – carrying lots of luggage or passengers in your car can decrease range, so you might need to factor in an extra charging stop on the way to your family holiday
Tyre pressure – the correct tyre pressure will help you max out your range
Air-con – using the AC uses energy from the battery that could be spent on covering ground
How to get the most range out of your Peugeot e-208
You know what can impact your range, but what can you do about it?
Travel light and keep luggage to a minimum
Check your tyres and keep them pumped
Scrimp on the AC if you want to save more energy
Drive smooth and safe – skip the harsh braking, and don’t jump off the line at traffic lights
Explore used Peugeot e-208 cars for sale
The Peugeot e-208 is a great entry point into the world of electric cars. It’s got a usable range that will suit daily drivers and can easily be topped up for longer journeys.
It rivals the Vauxhall Corsa-e, MG4 and Renault ZOE – so maybe take a look at those before making your choice.
Take a look at our full range of used Peugeot e-208 cars for sale or on finance to if you’re ready to go.
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