New Honda E vs Peugeot e-208: verdict
Tempted by the cute retro looks of the Honda E? That’s understandable. But does it have the substance to match one of our favourite small electric cars, the Peugeot e-208?...
Our verdict
So, does the Honda E have enough substance to back up its stylish looks? In many ways it does. Not only is it well equipped, but it also has a great interior, is nippy around town and is impressively refined. However, with such a short range, you’ll have to be committed to the idea of using it as a short-range commuter car before considering it seriously.
The Peugeot e-208, meanwhile, really could be your only car. It may not be quite as nippy and manoeuvrable around town, but it counters with five seats, a much larger boot, a longer range and the benefit of faster charging. Put simply, the Honda E might look like the future, but the e-208 shows that the future is already here.
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1st – Peugeot e-208
For Better range; sharper handling; more practical; quicker charging; cheaper to run
Against Driving position won’t work for everyone; so-so infotainment system
Recommended options Metallic paint (£545)
What Car? rating 5 stars out of 5
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2nd – Honda E
For Classier interior; smoother ride; gutsier acceleration; quieter at a cruise
Against Restrictive range; only four seats; tiny boot; relatively pricey to buy
Recommended options Metallic paint (£550)
What Car? rating 3 stars out of 5
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Specifications: Honda E Advance
List price £32,660*
Target Price £32,660*
Engine Electric motor
Peak power 152bhp
Peak torque 232lb ft
Gearbox Single-speed automatic
0-60mph 7.2sec
Top speed 90mph
30-70mph 7.1sec
30-0mph 8.2sec
70-0mph 43.8m
Noise at 30mph 61.8dB
Noise at 70mph 67.3dB
Official range 125 miles
Real-world range 110 miles
Efficiency 3.1 miles/kWh**
Cost of full charge £4.98***
CO2 emissions 0g/km
Specifications: Peugeot e-208 GT
List price £33,275*
Target Price £32,706*
Engine Electric motor
Peak power 134bhp
Peak torque 192lb ft
Gearbox Single-speed automatic
0-60mph 7.7sec
Top speed 93mph
30-70mph 7.5sec
30-0mph 8.7sec
70-0mph 48.8m
Noise at 30mph 62.5dB
Noise at 70mph 67.7dB
Official range 217 miles
Real-world range 165 miles
Efficiency 3.3 miles/kWh**
Cost of full charge £8.40***
CO2 emissions 0g/km
*Not including £3000 government grant **From car’s trip computer ***Based on official battery capacity and an electricity price of 14p/kWh
Cars pictured
Honda E Advance with Crystal Blue metallic paint (£550)
Peugeot e-208 GT with Cumulus Grey metallic paint (£545)
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