Peugeot 2008 P24 vs Volkswagen Tiguan CT1

Peugeot 2008

P24 · 2019 – 2026

The second 2008 (P24), on the CMP platform with the electric e-2008.

Volkswagen Tiguan

CT1 · 2024 – 2026

The third-generation Tiguan (CT1), on the MQB Evo platform.

First car

Second car

Pick this one if…

Peugeot 2008

Pick the P24 for the modern 2008 with sharp design and the electric e-2008.

Best engine: The 1.2 PureTech/Hybrid (petrol) or 1.5 BlueHDi (diesel) — post-2023.

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Pick this one if…

Volkswagen Tiguan

Pick the Tiguan for a roomy, practical family SUV with strong towing and a wide engine range.

Best engine: The 1.5 eTSI (150 hp) — the sweet spot.

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Performance

1.2 PureTech 130 · Petrol vs 1.5 eTSI 150 · Petrol

	Peugeot 2008	Volkswagen Tiguan
Power	130 hp	150 hp Winner
Torque	230 Nm	250 Nm Winner
0–100 km/h	9,1 s	9,1 s
Top speed	205 km/h	210 km/h Winner
Power-to-weight	110,2 hp/t Winner	101,4 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	115 g/km Winner	128 g/km
Consumption (WLTP)	5,3 L/100km Winner	5,6 L/100km

Dimensions & space

	Peugeot 2008	Volkswagen Tiguan
Boot	434 L	652 L Winner
Boot (seats folded)	1.467 L	1.650 L Winner
Wheelbase	2,61 m	2,68 m Winner
Length	4,30 m	4,54 m
Ground clearance	—	19,5 cm
Turning circle	10,4 m Winner	11,7 m
Towing capacity (braked)	1.200 kg	2.000 kg Winner

Powertrain & tech

	Peugeot 2008	Volkswagen Tiguan
Platform	CMP	MQB Evo (transverse)
Drive	Front-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive
Engine family	1.2 PureTech · 1.2 Hybrid (48V) · 1.5 BlueHDi · e-2008 (EV)	EA211 Evo 1.5 eTSI · EA888 2.0 TSI · EA288 Evo 2.0 TDI · eHybrid PHEV
Transmission	6-speed manual · EAT8	7-speed DSG
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Euro standard	Euro 6d	Euro 6e
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 (until ~2022–23)
1.5 BlueHDi: AdBlue and chain on early units
Infotainment software needs updates

Volkswagen Tiguan

New-generation software (MIB4) may need campaigns
Higher weight/reinforced suspension on eHybrid
4MOTION diesels: AdBlue/DPF on short trips

Pros

Peugeot 2008

Modern i-Cockpit with digital cluster
All-electric e-2008 (~400 km WLTP)
Smooth and efficient engines

Volkswagen Tiguan

Even bigger boot (652 l) with a flat load floor
Modern MIB4 infotainment and driver assistance
eHybrid with ~19.7 kWh battery and low CO2

Cons

Peugeot 2008

1.2 PureTech: wet belt until ~2022–23
Rear seat tight for the class

Volkswagen Tiguan

eHybrid loses boot space (490 l)
Touch-slider controls take getting used to

Driving experience

Peugeot 2008

The P24 is a 208 on stilts, and it drives with the same light, easy manners. Built on the CMP platform shared with the 208 and Corsa, it keeps mass low, so the front axle responds keenly and the raised body adds visibility without turning the ride busy. The small i-Cockpit wheel and high digital dials need a short acclimatisation, then the steering feels quick and accurate while body roll stays controlled. Most versions use a comfort-tuned rear that absorbs broken tarmac well, though big wheels and firmer specs add some fidget. The 1.2 PureTech 130 is eager, the e-2008 is near-silent and instantly responsive, and the EAT8 automatic shifts without fuss. It is an easy, practical crossover, not a sporty one.

Volkswagen Tiguan

Comfortable, quiet and more car-like than the old Tiguan. The CT1 rides with better body control and noise isolation than the AD1, steers accurately, and feels lighter on its feet despite similar dimensions. Front-drive versions are easy; 4Motion adds traction in poor conditions. The 1.5 eTSI is smooth and efficient with its 48-volt assistance, the 2.0 TDI is the long-distance pick, and the eHybrid covers short trips on electric power. The DSG is smooth; there is no manual. It is a more polished, more digital version of the same formula — comfortable and competent, if still not exciting.