Peugeot 2008 A94 vs Renault Koleos KOL

Peugeot 2008

A94 · 2013 – 2019

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

Renault Koleos

KOL · 2016 – 2026

The Koleos (KOL), a mid-size SUV on the CMF-CD 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 Koleos

Pick the Koleos for a roomy, comfortable diesel SUV with optional all-wheel drive.

Best engine: The 1.7 Blue dCi (diesel) or 2.0 dCi with all-wheel drive.

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Performance

1.2 PureTech 110 · Petrol vs 1.7 Blue dCi 150 · Diesel

	Peugeot 2008	Renault Koleos
Power	110 hp	150 hp Winner
Torque	205 Nm	340 Nm Winner
0–100 km/h	10,9 s Winner	11,8 s
Top speed	186 km/h	194 km/h Winner
Power-to-weight	101,9 hp/t Winner	92,6 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	108 g/km Winner	128 g/km
Consumption (WLTP)	4,9 L/100km Winner	5,0 L/100km

Dimensions & space

	Peugeot 2008	Renault Koleos
Boot	410 L	458 L Winner
Boot (seats folded)	1.200 L	1.690 L Winner
Wheelbase	2,54 m	2,71 m Winner
Length	4,16 m	4,67 m
Ground clearance	—	—
Turning circle	10,4 m Winner	11,4 m
Towing capacity (braked)	1.150 kg	2.000 kg Winner

Powertrain & tech

	Peugeot 2008	Renault Koleos
Platform	PF1	CMF-CD
Drive	Front-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive
Engine family	1.2 PureTech · 1.6 VTi petrol · 1.4/1.5/1.6 HDi/BlueHDi diesel	1.6 dCi · 1.7 Blue dCi · 2.0 dCi
Transmission	5-speed manual	6-speed manual
Fuel	Petrol	Diesel
Euro standard	Euro 6	Euro 6d
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	⚠️ Banned from Antwerp & Ghent from January 1, 2029

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 Koleos

EDC automatic: juddery at low speed
AdBlue/DPF on short-trip use
Electronics and infotainment: glitches

Pros

Peugeot 2008

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

Renault Koleos

Roomy boot and rear seat
Comfortable, composed ride
2.0 dCi with all-wheel drive available

Cons

Peugeot 2008

1.2 PureTech carries the wet belt
Boot smaller than larger SUVs

Renault Koleos

Diesel-only
Heavier than compact SUVs

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 Koleos

A relaxed family cruiser rather than a dynamic driver's car, with good visibility. Comfortable and composed for a mid-size SUV, with a soft ride that prioritises long-distance refinement. Steering is light and accurate enough for the size but lacks strong feedback. Body control is adequate, though some examples feel soft over larger bumps. Diesels provide strong low-end torque for motorway use and overtaking. X-Tronic CVT automatics are smooth once under way but can feel sluggish or noisy under hard acceleration. AWD versions add traction in poor conditions but increase weight.