BMW X5 G05 vs Peugeot 3008 P84

BMW X5

G05 · 2018 – 2023

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

Peugeot 3008

P84 · 2016 – 2023

The second 3008 (P84), 2017 European Car of the Year on EMP2.

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 3008

Pick the P84 for the best all-round 3008: stylish, roomy and comfortable, with a strong diesel or PHEV choice.

Best engine: The 1.2 PureTech (petrol) or 1.5/2.0 BlueHDi (diesel) — post-2020.

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Performance

B58 40i · Petrol vs 1.2 PureTech 130 · Petrol

	BMW X5	Peugeot 3008
Power	340 hp Winner	130 hp
Torque	450 Nm Winner	230 Nm
0–100 km/h	5,5 s Winner	9,6 s
Top speed	243 km/h Winner	205 km/h
Power-to-weight	159,3 hp/t Winner	98,5 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	198 g/km	120 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	8,6 L/100km	5,2 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	BMW X5	Peugeot 3008
Boot	650 L Winner	520 L
Boot (seats folded)	1.870 L Winner	1.480 L
Wheelbase	2,98 m Winner	2,68 m
Length	4,92 m	4,45 m
Ground clearance	21,4 cm	—
Turning circle	12,6 m	10,7 m Winner
Towing capacity (braked)	3.500 kg Winner	1.500 kg

Powertrain & tech

	BMW X5	Peugeot 3008
Platform	CLAR (longitudinal)	EMP2 (modular)
Drive	All-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive
Engine family	B58 3.0 petrol · B57 3.0 diesel · 45e PHEV	1.2 PureTech · 1.6 PureTech petrol · 1.5/1.6/2.0 BlueHDi diesel · Hybrid/Hybrid4 PHEV
Transmission	8-speed Steptronic	6-speed manual · EAT6
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 X5

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

Peugeot 3008

1.2 PureTech: wet timing belt (until ~2021)
BlueHDi: AdBlue/SCR and DPF
1.5 BlueHDi: timing chain on early units

Pros

BMW X5

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

Peugeot 3008

Slick i-Cockpit and quality interior
Roomy boot (520 litres)
Strong diesels and efficient PHEVs

Cons

BMW X5

High running costs
Air suspension & xDrive upkeep

Peugeot 3008

1.2 PureTech: wet belt until ~2021
Rear bench tight for three adults

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 3008

The P84 drives more like a raised hatchback than a tall SUV. It sits on the same EMP2 bones as the 308, so it stays light on its feet, and the high-set i-Cockpit gives a commanding view without dulling the steering. The small wheel and raised dials take a short acclimatisation, then the front end feels quick and accurate while body roll stays contained. Most versions use a comfort-tuned torsion-beam rear that soaks up broken tarmac cleanly; big wheels and firmer GT damping add a touch of fidget. The 1.2 PureTech is eager, the 2.0 BlueHDi pulls strongly and quietly, and the EAT8 automatic shifts without drama. It is an easy, comfortable family crossover, not a sharp one.