BMW iX3 vs Peugeot 2008
BMW iX3
BMW’s electric mid-size SUV.
VS
Peugeot 2008
Peugeot’s compact crossover SUV.
First car
Second car
Pick this one if…
BMW iX3
Pick the iX3 for a practical, refined electric SUV with familiar BMW dynamics and a mature real-world range.
Best engine: The iX3 (286 hp, rear-wheel drive).
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Pick this one if…
Peugeot 2008
Pick the 2008 for a compact, stylish crossover with an efficient and wide powertrain range.
Best engine: The 1.2 PureTech/Hybrid (petrol) or 1.5 BlueHDi (diesel) — post-2023.
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Performance
iX3 · Electric vs 1.2 PureTech 130 · Petrol
| BMW iX3 | Peugeot 2008 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
286 hp
Winner
|
130 hp
|
| Torque |
400 Nm
Winner
|
230 Nm
|
| 0–100 km/h |
6,8 s
Winner
|
9,1 s
|
| Top speed |
180 km/h
|
205 km/h
Winner
|
| Power-to-weight |
131,2 hp/t
Winner
|
110,2 hp/t
|
| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
0 g/km
Winner
|
115 g/km
|
| Consumption (WLTP) |
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5,3 L/100km
|
Dimensions & space
| BMW iX3 | Peugeot 2008 | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
510 L
Winner
|
434 L
|
| Boot (seats folded) |
1.560 L
Winner
|
1.467 L
|
| Wheelbase |
2,86 m
Winner
|
2,61 m
|
| Length |
4,73 m
|
4,30 m
|
| Width |
1,89 m
|
1,77 m
|
| Height |
1,67 m
|
1,53 m
|
| Seats |
5
|
5
|
Powertrain & tech
| BMW iX3 | Peugeot 2008 | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | CLAR (based on the X3 G01, electric) | PF1 (A94) · CMP (P24) |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine family | Single electric motor (fifth-generation eDrive) | 1.2 PureTech · 1.6 VTi · 1.5 BlueHDi · 1.2 Hybrid · e-2008 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol · Diesel · Electric |
| Transmission | Single-speed automatic (fixed ratio) | 5/6-speed manual · EAT6/EAT8 automatic · e-DSC6 |
| Euro standard | N/A (electric) | Euro 5/6 (A94) · Euro 6/6d (P24) · N/A (e-2008) |
| LEZ access | Zero-emission — unrestricted access in all LEZ zones | Euro 6/6d petrol/diesel and the e-2008 allowed in the LEZ |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
BMW iX3
- 12V battery issues (occasional)
- Parking-sensor or camera faults
- Higher tyre wear due to weight and torque
Peugeot 2008
- 1.2 PureTech: wet timing belt (until ~2022–23)
- 1.5 BlueHDi: AdBlue and chain on early units
- 1.6 HDi (early A94): DPF/EGR and turbo
Pros
BMW iX3
- Practical, familiar X3 packaging with a 510 L boot
- Proven single-motor drivetrain (less complexity)
- Refined, quiet drive with familiar BMW character
Peugeot 2008
- Attractive design and i-Cockpit
- Efficient, wide engine range (up to e-2008)
- Compact and agile in town
Cons
BMW iX3
- No frunk and no all-wheel drive available
- Firm ride on larger wheels and M Sport
Peugeot 2008
- Rear seat tight for the class
- Boot smaller than larger SUVs
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For sale at dealers
BMW iX3
10 for sale · from € 31.995
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