BMW X3 G01 vs Peugeot 2008 P24

BMW X3

G01 · 2017 – 2024

The third-generation X3 (G01), on the CLAR platform.

Peugeot 2008

P24 · 2019 – 2026

The second 2008 (P24), on the CMP platform with the electric e-2008.

First car

Second car

Pick this one if…

BMW X3

Pick the X3 for sharp handling, a big boot and strong engines in a premium mid-size SUV.

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

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Pick this one if…

Peugeot 2008

Pick the P24 for the modern 2008 with sharp design and the electric e-2008.

Best engine: The 1.2 PureTech/Hybrid (petrol) or 1.5 BlueHDi (diesel) — post-2023.

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Performance

B48 20i · Petrol vs 1.2 PureTech 130 · Petrol

	BMW X3	Peugeot 2008
Power	184 hp Winner	130 hp
Torque	290 Nm Winner	230 Nm
0–100 km/h	8,3 s Winner	9,1 s
Top speed	215 km/h Winner	205 km/h
Power-to-weight	105,4 hp/t	110,2 hp/t Winner
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	154 g/km	115 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	6,8 L/100km	5,3 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	BMW X3	Peugeot 2008
Boot	550 L Winner	434 L
Boot (seats folded)	1.600 L Winner	1.467 L
Wheelbase	2,86 m Winner	2,61 m
Length	4,71 m	4,30 m
Ground clearance	20,4 cm	—
Turning circle	12,0 m	10,4 m Winner
Towing capacity (braked)	2.000 kg Winner	1.200 kg

Powertrain & tech

	BMW X3	Peugeot 2008
Platform	CLAR (rear-wheel-drive base)	CMP
Drive	Rear-wheel drive · All-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	B48 2.0 · B58 3.0 · B47 2.0 diesel · 30e PHEV	1.2 PureTech · 1.2 Hybrid (48V) · 1.5 BlueHDi · e-2008 (EV)
Transmission	8-speed automatic	6-speed manual · EAT8
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Euro standard	Euro 6d-TEMP	Euro 6d
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

BMW X3

EGR cooler can leak on B47 diesels
Transfer case (xDrive) judder on early cars
Adaptive dampers need checking at high mileage

Peugeot 2008

1.2 PureTech: wet timing belt (until ~2022–23)
1.5 BlueHDi: AdBlue and chain on early units
Infotainment software needs updates

Pros

BMW X3

Sharp handling from rear-wheel drive
Big boot & roomy rear seat
Strong, efficient B-series engines

Peugeot 2008

Modern i-Cockpit with digital cluster
All-electric e-2008 (~400 km WLTP)
Smooth and efficient engines

Cons

BMW X3

Firm ride on M Sport (run-flat)
Pricier than most rivals

Peugeot 2008

1.2 PureTech: wet belt until ~2022–23
Rear seat tight for the class

Driving experience

BMW X3

Poised, accurate and remarkably car-like for an SUV. Steering is quick, well-weighted and precise, body control taut, and the X3 corners with the composure of a lower, lighter car. xDrive brings tenacious all-weather grip and a neutral, rear-biased balance, while the rare sDrive is lighter and more playful. Adaptive suspension keeps it composed on rough roads, if a touch firm on big wheels. The B48/B58 petrols are smooth and eager, the B47/B57 diesels pull strongly and stay hushed, and the xDrive30e plug-in glides on electric power. The ZF 8-speed is quick, seamless and always in the right gear. Overall a polished, driver-focused SUV that shrinks around you on a good road.

Peugeot 2008

The P24 is a 208 on stilts, and it drives with the same light, easy manners. Built on the CMP platform shared with the 208 and Corsa, it keeps mass low, so the front axle responds keenly and the raised body adds visibility without turning the ride busy. The small i-Cockpit wheel and high digital dials need a short acclimatisation, then the steering feels quick and accurate while body roll stays controlled. Most versions use a comfort-tuned rear that absorbs broken tarmac well, though big wheels and firmer specs add some fidget. The 1.2 PureTech 130 is eager, the e-2008 is near-silent and instantly responsive, and the EAT8 automatic shifts without fuss. It is an easy, practical crossover, not a sporty one.