Peugeot 2008 A94 vs Renault Arkana ARK

Peugeot 2008

A94 · 2013 – 2019

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

Renault Arkana

ARK · 2020 – 2026

The Arkana (ARK), a coupé-SUV on the CMF-B platform.

First car

Second car

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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Pick this one if…

Renault Arkana

Pick the Arkana for a striking coupé-SUV with a roomy boot and an efficient hybrid.

Best engine: The 1.3 TCe (petrol) or E-Tech hybrid.

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Performance

1.2 PureTech 110 · Petrol vs 1.3 TCe 140 · Petrol

	Peugeot 2008	Renault Arkana
Power	110 hp	140 hp Winner
Torque	205 Nm	260 Nm Winner
0–100 km/h	10,9 s	9,8 s Winner
Top speed	186 km/h	200 km/h Winner
Power-to-weight	101,9 hp/t	105,3 hp/t Winner
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	108 g/km Winner	132 g/km
Consumption (WLTP)	4,9 L/100km Winner	5,8 L/100km

Dimensions & space

	Peugeot 2008	Renault Arkana
Boot	410 L	480 L Winner
Boot (seats folded)	1.200 L	1.500 L Winner
Wheelbase	2,54 m	2,72 m Winner
Length	4,16 m	4,57 m
Ground clearance	—	—
Turning circle	10,4 m Winner	10,9 m
Towing capacity (braked)	1.150 kg Winner	750 kg

Powertrain & tech

	Peugeot 2008	Renault Arkana
Platform	PF1	CMF-B
Drive	Front-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	1.2 PureTech · 1.6 VTi petrol · 1.4/1.5/1.6 HDi/BlueHDi diesel	1.3 TCe mild hybrid · E-Tech Hybrid 145
Transmission	5-speed manual	6-speed manual · EDC7
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

Peugeot 2008

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

Renault Arkana

Infotainment: freezes and lag
Electrical gremlins (12V battery)
E-Tech hybrid: 12V battery drain

Pros

Peugeot 2008

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

Renault Arkana

Striking coupé design
Roomy boot (480–513 L)
Efficient E-Tech hybrid available

Cons

Peugeot 2008

1.2 PureTech carries the wet belt
Boot smaller than larger SUVs

Renault Arkana

Sloping roof limits rear headroom
No diesel offered

Driving experience

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.

Renault Arkana

A comfortable long-distance cruiser rather than a dynamic driver's car. Steering is light and accurate enough for daily use, and body control is reasonable, but the ride is firmer than many rivals — especially on larger wheels — and can feel unsettled over sharp bumps. The 1.3 TCe feels responsive once moving, while the E-Tech hybrid prioritises efficiency and can feel less linear under hard acceleration because of its multi-mode transmission. The EDC dual-clutch is smooth at higher speeds but can show low-speed hesitation or judder.