BMW X1 E84 vs Peugeot 5008 P87

BMW X1

E84 · 2009 – 2015

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

Peugeot 5008

P87 · 2017 – 2024

The second 5008 (P87), a seven-seat SUV on EMP2.

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 5008

Pick the P87 for the modern seven-seat 5008 with a big cabin and strong diesels.

Best engine: The 1.2 PureTech/Hybrid (petrol) or 2.0 BlueHDi (diesel) — post-2020.

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Performance

N20 20i · Petrol vs 1.2 PureTech 130 · Petrol

	BMW X1	Peugeot 5008
Power	184 hp Winner	130 hp
Torque	270 Nm Winner	230 Nm
0–100 km/h	7,7 s Winner	10,5 s
Top speed	205 km/h Winner	188 km/h
Power-to-weight	121,1 hp/t Winner	89,7 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	168 g/km	125 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	6,7 L/100km	5,5 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	BMW X1	Peugeot 5008
Boot	420 L	780 L Winner
Boot (seats folded)	1.350 L	1.940 L Winner
Wheelbase	2,76 m	2,84 m Winner
Length	4,45 m	4,64 m
Ground clearance	18,3 cm	—
Turning circle	11,8 m	11,2 m Winner
Towing capacity (braked)	1.800 kg	1.800 kg

Powertrain & tech

	BMW X1	Peugeot 5008
Platform	E84 (E90 3 Series base, rear-wheel drive)	EMP2 (modular)
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 · 1.2 Hybrid (48V) · 1.6 PureTech petrol · 1.5/1.6/2.0 BlueHDi diesel
Transmission	8-speed automatic	6-speed manual · EAT8
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Euro standard	Euro 5	Euro 6d
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 5008

1.2 PureTech: wet timing belt
1.5 BlueHDi: AdBlue and chain on early units
Infotainment software needs updates

Pros

BMW X1

Handling thanks to rear-wheel drive
Compact footprint
Good headroom

Peugeot 5008

Seven seats and a big boot
Modern i-Cockpit interior
Strong 2.0 BlueHDi diesel

Cons

BMW X1

Firm ride
Small boot for the class

Peugeot 5008

Third row tight for adults
1.2 PureTech: wet timing belt

Driving experience

BMW X1

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Peugeot 5008

The P87 is a stretched 3008, and it drives with the same easy, car-like manners for a seven-seat box. Built on the EMP2 bones shared with the 3008, it stays light on its feet, so the front axle turns in cleanly and the long wheelbase keeps it stable and settled on the motorway. The small i-Cockpit wheel and raised digital dials need a short acclimatisation, then the steering feels accurate and the body stays composed through corners. Most versions ride on a comfort-tuned rear that irons out broken tarmac, though big wheels and firmer specs add some fidget. The 1.2 PureTech 130 is eager, the 2.0 BlueHDi pulls strongly and quietly, and the EAT8 automatic shifts without fuss. It is an easy, practical seven-seater, not a sporty one.