Most 2018 3008s come with the 1.2 PureTech turbo petrol engine paired to a 5- or 6-speed manual — it’s economical when driven gently but can use more fuel under hard throttle. Some early PureTech engines had timing-chain/tensioner issues and received software or parts updates, so check for any recall/work carried out; there’s no diesel DPF/AdBlue complexity on the petrols. The second‑gen 3008 also has Peugeot’s i-Cockpit digital dash and touchscreen — handy but check for screen/glitch issues on an 8‑year example.

• Clutch and gearbox feel – look for slipping, heavy bite point or crunchy gears which indicate clutch wear on a manual.
• Cold-start and idle noise – listen for a high‑pitched rattling on start/initial idle that can point to timing‑chain/tensioner issues on some PureTech engines.
• Turbo response and oil consumption – check for lag, smoke, or top‑ups between services which can signal turbo or oil‑consumption faults.
• Infotainment and digital cluster – test all screens, menus, reversing camera and steering‑wheel controls for dead pixels or software glitches.
• Underbody, rear arches and suspension bushes – inspect for stone‑chip corrosion, worn rear bushes or torn gaiters common after several winters.