Peugeot 2008 A94 vs Renault Austral AUS

Peugeot 2008

A94 · 2013 – 2019

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

Renault Austral

AUS · 2022 – 2026

The Austral (AUS), a modern compact SUV on CMF-CD3.

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 Austral

Pick the Austral for a modern compact SUV with an efficient E-Tech hybrid.

Best engine: The 1.3 TCe (petrol) or E-Tech Full Hybrid 200.

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Performance

1.2 PureTech 110 · Petrol vs 1.2 E-Tech 200 · Hybrid

	Peugeot 2008	Renault Austral
Power	110 hp	200 hp Winner
Torque	205 Nm	—
0–100 km/h	10,9 s	8,4 s Winner
Top speed	186 km/h Winner	175 km/h
Power-to-weight	101,9 hp/t	128,2 hp/t Winner
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	108 g/km	108 g/km
Consumption (WLTP)	4,9 L/100km	4,7 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	Peugeot 2008	Renault Austral
Boot	410 L	430 L Winner
Boot (seats folded)	1.200 L	1.525 L Winner
Wheelbase	2,54 m	2,67 m Winner
Length	4,16 m	4,51 m
Ground clearance	—	—
Turning circle	10,4 m Winner	10,9 m
Towing capacity (braked)	1.150 kg	1.500 kg Winner

Powertrain & tech

	Peugeot 2008	Renault Austral
Platform	PF1	CMF-CD3
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	1.2 TCe · 1.3 TCe · E-Tech Full Hybrid 200
Transmission	5-speed manual	E-Tech automatic
Fuel	Petrol	Hybrid
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 Austral

Infotainment software needs updates
Electrical gremlins on early cars
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 Austral

Modern interior with a big screen
Efficient E-Tech Full Hybrid 200
Roomy, modular boot (430–527 L)

Cons

Peugeot 2008

1.2 PureTech carries the wet belt
Boot smaller than larger SUVs

Renault Austral

No diesel offered
Infotainment takes getting used to

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 Austral

A refined long-distance cruiser rather than a dynamic driver's car, helped by optional rear-axle steering (4Control) that tightens the turning circle in town. Steering is light but accurate enough for daily use, with Sport mode adding more weight. The ride is firmer than many rivals, especially on larger wheels, and can feel unsettled over sharp bumps, though body control is reasonable. The E-Tech full hybrid feels responsive in mixed driving and can cover short distances on electric power alone, while the 1.3 mild hybrid is adequate once moving. Low-speed transmission behaviour can show hesitation or judder on early hybrid examples.