BMW X4 F26 vs Peugeot 3008 P64
BMW X4
F26 · 2014 – 2018
The first-generation X4 (F26), on the F25 X3 platform.
Peugeot 3008
P64 · 2023 – 2026
The third 3008 (P64), a coupé-SUV on STLA Medium with the electric e-3008.
BMW X4
Pick the F26 only with documented N20 chain work or a later build — otherwise the timing-chain risk is real.
Peugeot 3008
Pick the P64 for the most modern 3008 with sharp design and the electric e-3008 for long distances.
Performance
xDrive28i · Petrol vs 1.2 Hybrid 136 · Petrol
| BMW X4 | Peugeot 3008 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
245 hp
Winner
|
136 hp
|
| Torque |
350 Nm
Winner
|
230 Nm
|
| 0–100 km/h |
6,4 s
Winner
|
9,5 s
|
| Top speed |
232 km/h
Winner
|
200 km/h
|
| Power-to-weight |
136,5 hp/t
Winner
|
93,8 hp/t
|
| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
179 g/km
|
115 g/km
Winner
|
| Consumption (WLTP) |
7,2 L/100km
|
5,4 L/100km
Winner
|
Dimensions & space
| BMW X4 | Peugeot 3008 | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
500 L
|
520 L
Winner
|
| Boot (seats folded) |
1.400 L
|
1.480 L
Winner
|
| Wheelbase |
2,81 m
Winner
|
2,74 m
|
| Length |
4,67 m
|
4,54 m
|
| Ground clearance |
20,0 cm
|
—
|
| Turning circle |
11,9 m
|
10,6 m
Winner
|
| Towing capacity (braked) |
2.000 kg
Winner
|
1.500 kg
|
Powertrain & tech
| BMW X4 | Peugeot 3008 | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | F25 (F26, xDrive) | STLA Medium |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive |
| Engine family | N20/N55 petrol · N47/B47 · N57 diesel | 1.2 Hybrid (48V) · 1.6 PHEV · e-3008 (EV, 210/230/320) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | e-DSC6 automatic |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Euro standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6d |
| LEZ access | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
- N20 timing chain and tensioner (biggest risk)
- Electric water pump and coolant loss
- Oil-filter housing and valve-cover leaks
- New STLA platform needs software updates
- PHEV/EV: check battery and charger condition
- Infotainment software needs updates
Pros
- First X4: more aggressive style than the X3 F25
- N55 (35i) is the reliable petrol choice
- B47 diesel (20d/25d) much improved over N47
- Modern coupé-SUV design with i-Cockpit
- e-3008 with long WLTP range (~500-700 km)
- Widest powertrain range: mild-hybrid to AWD electric
Cons
- N20 cold-start chain rattle is a warning sign
- Sloping roof limits rear headroom
- Higher price than the P84
- Reduced rear visibility from the coupé roofline
Driving experience
BMW X4
More dynamic than a standard X3 of the same generation. Steering is accurate and reasonably weighted, body control is good, and the car feels planted and secure with xDrive. It is engaging for a crossover but not a pure sports car — weight and the higher centre of gravity are noticeable when pushed. Adaptive suspension (where fitted) helps balance firmness and comfort. The N55 petrol sixes (35i/M40i) deliver strong, linear performance and a characterful engine note. The N20 four-cylinder petrols are competent but less refined. Diesels (especially the N57 sixes) offer strong low-end torque and effortless cruising. Overall a stylish, capable crossover that prioritises road presence and dynamics over maximum practicality.
Peugeot 3008
The P64 is the 3008 that moved to a dedicated electric-first platform, and it drives with a calm, planted feel. Built on the STLA Medium bones shared with the 5008 III, it carries its battery low, so the body stays stable through corners and the ride shrugs off broken tarmac. The small i-Cockpit wheel and raised dials need a short acclimatisation, then the steering feels accurate and the car settles into an easy rhythm. The 1.2 Hybrid is eager, the e-3008 delivers instant, near-silent torque, and the e-DCS7 automatic shifts smoothly. It is a comfortable, easy crossover, not a sporty one.
Belgian taxes & LEZ
