BMW iX3 G08 vs Peugeot 5008 T87

BMW iX3

G08 · 2020 – 2026

The first-generation iX3 (G08), BMW’s electric mid-size SUV on the X3’s CLAR platform.

Peugeot 5008

T87 · 2009 – 2017

The first 5008 (T87), a seven-seat MPV/crossover on PF2.

First car

Second car

Pick this one if…

BMW iX3

Pick the G08 for the electric X3 with a single rear motor, ~74 kWh usable battery and up to ~500 km WLTP range.

Best engine: The iX3 (286 hp, rear-wheel drive) — the only powertrain.

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Pick this one if…

Peugeot 5008

Pick the T87 for an affordable seven-seat MPV with a generous boot.

Best engine: The 2.0 HDi (diesel) or 1.6 THP (petrol) — post-2013 facelift.

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Performance

iX3 · Electric vs 1.6 THP 155 · Petrol

	BMW iX3	Peugeot 5008
Power	286 hp Winner	155 hp
Torque	400 Nm Winner	240 Nm
0–100 km/h	6,8 s Winner	9,5 s
Top speed	180 km/h	190 km/h Winner
Power-to-weight	131,2 hp/t Winner	103,3 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	0 g/km Winner	155 g/km
Consumption (WLTP)	—	6,8 L/100km

Dimensions & space

	BMW iX3	Peugeot 5008
Boot	510 L	680 L Winner
Boot (seats folded)	1.560 L	1.754 L Winner
Wheelbase	2,86 m Winner	2,73 m
Length	4,73 m	4,53 m
Ground clearance	17,9 cm	—
Turning circle	12,1 m	11,2 m Winner
Towing capacity (braked)	2.000 kg Winner	1.500 kg

Powertrain & tech

	BMW iX3	Peugeot 5008
Platform	CLAR (electric)	PF2
Drive	Rear-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	Single rear-axle electric motor (PSM, fifth-generation eDrive)	1.6 VTi/THP · 1.2 PureTech petrol · 1.6/2.0 HDi diesel · HYbrid4
Transmission	Single-speed automatic	6-speed manual
Fuel	Electric	Petrol
Euro standard	N/A (electric)	Euro 5
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

BMW iX3

12V battery issues (occasional reports)
Parking-sensor/camera faults and interior rattles
Higher tyre wear due to weight and torque

Peugeot 5008

1.6 THP: timing chain and tensioner
HDi: DPF/EGR and turbo at high mileage
HYbrid4: more complex and costly to maintain

Pros

BMW iX3

Facelift (2021) brought better efficiency and range
~74 kWh net battery with 471–505 km WLTP (post-facelift)
DC fast charging up to 150 kW (10–80% in ~32–34 min)

Peugeot 5008

Seven seats
Generous boot
Affordable used

Cons

BMW iX3

Rear-wheel drive only, no xDrive
No frunk, despite the EV concept

Peugeot 5008

MPV looks (less SUV)
1.6 THP carries timing-chain risk

Driving experience

BMW iX3

The iX3 is refined and composed rather than playful. Steering is accurate and reasonably weighted, body control is good, and the car feels stable and secure at speed. Ride quality is firm but generally well-controlled — better than many early EVs on adaptive suspension, though larger wheels and the M Sport suspension make it busier over poor surfaces. Instant torque makes it quick off the line, and the single-motor rear-drive layout gives balanced, predictable handling without the artificial feel of some dual-motor systems. Cabin noise is low; wind and tyre roar are the main sounds at motorway speeds. Regenerative braking is strong and well-calibrated (one-pedal driving is possible). Overall it drives like a polished, slightly firmer X3 with electric silence and response — competent and relaxing rather than involving.

Peugeot 5008

The T87 is the seven-seat MPV that shares its bones with the 3008, and it drives with the same easy, stable manners. Built on the PF2 platform, it stays reasonably light for its size, so the front axle turns in cleanly and the long wheelbase keeps it planted and settled on the motorway. The raised driving position and big glass make it feel solid and easy to place, while most versions ride on a comfort-tuned rear that irons out broken tarmac. The 1.6 THP is eager, the 2.0 HDi pulls strongly and quietly, and the 6-speed automatic shifts without fuss. The HYbrid4 adds electric drive but is more complex. It is a comfortable, easy people-carrier, not a sporty one.