Towing capacity for a Peugeot 3008 II

Peugeot 3008 II towing capacity : the practical guide

The Peugeot 3008 II belongs to the SUV family, a body style that combines a raised driving position with the structural rigidity needed for towing. Its higher ground clearance and longer wheelbase typically give a more stable behaviour with a caravan than a compact saloon. Across the 2 listed engines, figures vary depending on transmission and gearbox.

Peugeot 3008 II towing capacity in one line

Across the 2 engines listed, built 2016-2023, towing capacity is 1,300 kg (2,866 lb) to 1,500 kg (3,307 lb), with a manufacturer maximum braked towing weight of 1,300 kg (2,866 lb) to 1,500 kg (3,307 lb). Take the lower of those two figures and you have the real limit, before factoring in your gross train weight.

The line-up is fully diesel. On the towing side, this is usually the most generous configuration: low-end torque and stable consumption while towing are the diesel advantages.

What you can actually tow with this Peugeot 3008 II

1,500 kg of towing capacity is the reference threshold for a four- to five-berth caravan empty, a family caravan whose loaded weight stays under 1,500 kg, or a single-axle car transporter with a light vehicle. It is the most-searched threshold in the database: most family SUVs and diesel estates clear it.

Best fit: Ideal for holidays with a standard caravan, without having to count every kilogram at the end of the season.

Watch out: At this level, the key rule is the 85 % guideline: a less experienced driver should keep the loaded caravan weight below 85 % of the car's kerbweight, for motorway stability and crosswind safety.

Gross vehicle weight, gross train weight and payload

Gross vehicle weight (GVW) is the maximum laden weight of the car alone : 1,980 kg (4,365 lb). Gross train weight (GTW) is the maximum laden weight of the whole outfit : 3,480 kg (7,672 lb). Payload (GVW minus kerbweight) sits at 551 kg (1,215 lb), the share you can use for passengers, luggage and the towbar noseweight.

What to check on the V5C of your own Peugeot 3008 II

• Field F.1 / F.2 : maximum laden weight (GVW). The figure on your logbook is the only one that legally applies to your car.
• Field F.3 : gross train weight (GTW). Compare it to the published values above to spot a discrepancy.
• Field O.1 : maximum braked towing weight. Sometimes lower than the manufacturer brochure if your car was originally fitted without a towbar.
• Field O.2 : maximum unbraked towing weight. Capped at 750 kg in most cases.

What licence do you need to tow with a Peugeot 3008 II?

If you passed the UK car driving test on or after 1 January 1997, you can now tow a trailer up to 3,500 kg MAM with a standard category B licence: the rules changed in December 2021 and the separate car-and-trailer (B+E) test was scrapped. Drivers who passed earlier usually keep grandfather rights. As a stability rule, less experienced drivers should keep the loaded caravan weight to no more than about 85 % of the car kerbweight, especially on motorways and in crosswinds. Always check the V5C logbook and the manufacturer plate before hitching up.

FAQ

What is the gross vehicle weight of the Peugeot 3008 II?
The gross vehicle weight of the Peugeot 3008 II is 1,980 kg (4,365 lb).

How much can the Peugeot 3008 II tow?
The Peugeot 3008 II can tow up to 1,300 kg (2,866 lb) to 1,500 kg (3,307 lb) depending on the engine.

Can you tow a caravan with a Peugeot 3008 II?
Yes, within its towing capacity of 1,300 kg (2,866 lb) to 1,500 kg (3,307 lb). Compare it with your caravan loaded weight (MTPLM) before buying.

What licence do you need to tow with a Peugeot 3008 II?
In the UK, drivers who passed the car test on or after 1 January 1997 can tow a trailer up to 3,500 kg MAM on a standard category B licence (the rules changed in December 2021 and the separate car-and-trailer test was scrapped). Drivers who passed before then usually keep larger entitlements. Always check the V5C logbook and the manufacturer plate.