BMW X5 G05 vs Peugeot 2008 A94

BMW X5

G05 · 2018 – 2023

The fourth-generation X5 (G05), on the CLAR platform.

Peugeot 2008

A94 · 2013 – 2019

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

First car

Second car

Pick this one if…

BMW X5

Pick the X5 for a luxurious cabin, strong engines and generous space in a large premium SUV.

Best engine: The xDrive30d (diesel) or xDrive40i (petrol).

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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

B58 40i · Petrol vs 1.2 PureTech 110 · Petrol

	BMW X5	Peugeot 2008
Power	340 hp Winner	110 hp
Torque	450 Nm Winner	205 Nm
0–100 km/h	5,5 s Winner	10,9 s
Top speed	243 km/h Winner	186 km/h
Power-to-weight	159,3 hp/t Winner	101,9 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	198 g/km	108 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	8,6 L/100km	4,9 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	BMW X5	Peugeot 2008
Boot	650 L Winner	410 L
Boot (seats folded)	1.870 L Winner	1.200 L
Wheelbase	2,98 m Winner	2,54 m
Length	4,92 m	4,16 m
Ground clearance	21,4 cm	—
Turning circle	12,6 m	10,4 m Winner
Towing capacity (braked)	3.500 kg Winner	1.150 kg

Powertrain & tech

	BMW X5	Peugeot 2008
Platform	CLAR (longitudinal)	PF1
Drive	All-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	B58 3.0 petrol · B57 3.0 diesel · 45e PHEV	1.2 PureTech · 1.6 VTi petrol · 1.4/1.5/1.6 HDi/BlueHDi diesel
Transmission	8-speed Steptronic	5-speed manual
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Euro standard	Euro 6d-TEMP	Euro 6
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

BMW X5

Transfer case (xDrive) needs maintenance
Air suspension (if fitted)
Cooling system/EGR on diesels

Peugeot 2008

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

Pros

BMW X5

Luxurious, premium interior
Strong B57/B58 engines
Light, stiff CLAR body

Peugeot 2008

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

Cons

BMW X5

High running costs
Air suspension & xDrive upkeep

Peugeot 2008

1.2 PureTech carries the wet belt
Boot smaller than larger SUVs

Driving experience

BMW X5

Luxurious, composed and surprisingly agile for its size. Steering is accurate and well-weighted, body control excellent, and the X5 hides its bulk through bends with real composure. xDrive delivers tenacious all-weather grip and a reassuringly planted feel. Air suspension, where fitted, spans cushioned to firmly controlled and irons out rough roads. The B58 petrols are smooth and muscular, the B57 diesels pull strongly and stay hushed, and the xDrive45e plug-in glides on electric power. The ZF 8-speed is quick, seamless and always in the right gear. Overall a polished, capable luxury SUV that feels smaller and sharper than it is.

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.