BMW X1 E84 vs Peugeot 2008 A94

BMW X1

E84 · 2009 – 2015

The first-generation X1 (E84), rear-wheel-drive based.

Peugeot 2008

A94 · 2013 – 2019

The first 2008 (A94), a subcompact crossover on PF1.

First car

Second car

Pick this one if…

BMW X1

Pick the X1 for sharp BMW handling with a raised driving position and proven engines.

Best engine: The 20i (N20 petrol) or 20d (N47 diesel).

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Pick this one if…

Peugeot 2008

Pick the A94 for an affordable early 2008 with a roomy boot for its class.

Best engine: The 1.2 PureTech (petrol) or 1.6 BlueHDi (diesel) — post-2016 facelift.

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Performance

N20 20i · Petrol vs 1.2 PureTech 110 · Petrol

	BMW X1	Peugeot 2008
Power	184 hp Winner	110 hp
Torque	270 Nm Winner	205 Nm
0–100 km/h	7,7 s Winner	10,9 s
Top speed	205 km/h Winner	186 km/h
Power-to-weight	121,1 hp/t Winner	101,9 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	168 g/km	108 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	6,7 L/100km	4,9 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	BMW X1	Peugeot 2008
Boot	420 L Winner	410 L
Boot (seats folded)	1.350 L Winner	1.200 L
Wheelbase	2,76 m Winner	2,54 m
Length	4,45 m	4,16 m
Ground clearance	18,3 cm	—
Turning circle	11,8 m	10,4 m Winner
Towing capacity (braked)	1.800 kg Winner	1.150 kg

Powertrain & tech

	BMW X1	Peugeot 2008
Platform	E84 (E90 3 Series base, rear-wheel drive)	PF1
Drive	Rear-wheel drive · All-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	N20 2.0 petrol · N47 2.0 diesel · N55 3.0 (xDrive35i)	1.2 PureTech · 1.6 VTi petrol · 1.4/1.5/1.6 HDi/BlueHDi diesel
Transmission	8-speed automatic	5-speed manual
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Euro standard	Euro 5	Euro 6
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

BMW X1

N47 timing chain (pre-2011)
Transfer case (xDrive)
Cooling system needs checking

Peugeot 2008

1.2 PureTech: wet timing belt
HDi: DPF/EGR and turbo at high mileage
Early electrical gremlins and suspension wear

Pros

BMW X1

Handling thanks to rear-wheel drive
Compact footprint
Good headroom

Peugeot 2008

Raised driving position and good visibility
Affordable with a large used supply
Compact and agile

Cons

BMW X1

Firm ride
Small boot for the class

Peugeot 2008

1.2 PureTech carries the wet belt
Boot smaller than larger SUVs

Driving experience

BMW X1

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Peugeot 2008

The A94 is a 208 on tiptoes, and it drives with the same light, easy manners. Built on the PF1 bones shared with the 208, it keeps mass down, so the front axle turns in keenly and the raised body adds visibility without making the ride busy. The high-set driving position makes it feel secure and easy to place in town, while most versions ride on a comfort-tuned rear that copes well with broken tarmac. The 1.2 PureTech is lively, the 1.6 BlueHDi is frugal and relaxed, and the EAT6 automatic shifts without fuss. It is a nimble, easy subcompact crossover, not a sporty one.