BMW X5 G05 vs Peugeot 5008 P87

BMW X5

G05 · 2018 – 2023

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

Peugeot 5008

P87 · 2017 – 2024

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

B58 40i · Petrol vs 1.2 PureTech 130 · Petrol

	BMW X5	Peugeot 5008
Power	340 hp Winner	130 hp
Torque	450 Nm Winner	230 Nm
0–100 km/h	5,5 s Winner	10,5 s
Top speed	243 km/h Winner	188 km/h
Power-to-weight	159,3 hp/t Winner	89,7 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	198 g/km	125 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	8,6 L/100km	5,5 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	BMW X5	Peugeot 5008
Boot	650 L	780 L Winner
Boot (seats folded)	1.870 L	1.940 L Winner
Wheelbase	2,98 m Winner	2,84 m
Length	4,92 m	4,64 m
Ground clearance	21,4 cm	—
Turning circle	12,6 m	11,2 m Winner
Towing capacity (braked)	3.500 kg Winner	1.800 kg

Powertrain & tech

	BMW X5	Peugeot 5008
Platform	CLAR (longitudinal)	EMP2 (modular)
Drive	All-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	B58 3.0 petrol · B57 3.0 diesel · 45e PHEV	1.2 PureTech · 1.2 Hybrid (48V) · 1.6 PureTech petrol · 1.5/1.6/2.0 BlueHDi diesel
Transmission	8-speed Steptronic	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 X5

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

Peugeot 5008

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

Pros

BMW X5

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

Peugeot 5008

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

Cons

BMW X5

High running costs
Air suspension & xDrive upkeep

Peugeot 5008

Third row tight for adults
1.2 PureTech: wet timing belt

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 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.