Peugeot 2008 vs Renault Arkana

Peugeot 2008

Peugeot’s compact crossover SUV.

Renault Arkana

Renault’s coupé-style compact SUV.

First car

Second car

Pick this one if…

Peugeot 2008

Pick the 2008 for a compact, stylish crossover with an efficient and wide powertrain range.

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

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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 130 · Petrol vs 1.3 TCe 140 · Petrol

	Peugeot 2008	Renault Arkana
Power	130 hp	140 hp Winner
Torque	230 Nm	260 Nm Winner
0–100 km/h	9,1 s Winner	9,8 s
Top speed	205 km/h Winner	200 km/h
Power-to-weight	110,2 hp/t Winner	105,3 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	115 g/km Winner	132 g/km
Consumption (WLTP)	5,3 L/100km Winner	5,8 L/100km

Dimensions & space

	Peugeot 2008	Renault Arkana
Boot	434 L	480 L Winner
Boot (seats folded)	1.467 L	1.500 L Winner
Wheelbase	2,61 m	2,72 m Winner
Length	4,30 m	4,57 m
Width	1,77 m	1,82 m
Height	1,53 m	1,58 m
Seats	5	5

Powertrain & tech

	Peugeot 2008	Renault Arkana
Platform	PF1 (A94) · CMP (P24)	CMF-B
Drive	Front-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	1.2 PureTech · 1.6 VTi · 1.5 BlueHDi · 1.2 Hybrid · e-2008	1.3 TCe mild hybrid · E-Tech Hybrid 145
Fuel	Petrol · Diesel · Electric	Petrol · Hybrid
Transmission	5/6-speed manual · EAT6/EAT8 automatic · e-DSC6	6-speed manual · EDC7 · E-Tech automatic
Euro standard	Euro 5/6 (A94) · Euro 6/6d (P24) · N/A (e-2008)	Euro 6d
LEZ access	Euro 6/6d petrol/diesel and the e-2008 allowed in the LEZ	Euro 6d allowed in the LEZ

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
1.6 HDi (early A94): DPF/EGR and turbo

Renault Arkana

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

Pros

Peugeot 2008

Attractive design and i-Cockpit
Efficient, wide engine range (up to e-2008)
Compact and agile in town

Renault Arkana

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

Cons

Peugeot 2008

Rear seat tight for the class
Boot smaller than larger SUVs

Renault Arkana

Sloping roof limits rear headroom
No diesel offered

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.

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.