Peugeot 2008 vs Volkswagen T-Cross

Peugeot 2008

Peugeot’s compact crossover SUV.

Volkswagen T-Cross

Volkswagen’s compact urban 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…

Volkswagen T-Cross

Pick the T-Cross for an agile urban SUV with a high seat, clever interior packaging and low running costs.

Best engine: The 1.0 TSI (115 hp).

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Performance

1.2 PureTech 130 · Petrol vs 1.0 TSI 115 · Petrol

	Peugeot 2008	Volkswagen T-Cross
Power	130 hp Winner	115 hp
Torque	230 Nm Winner	200 Nm
0–100 km/h	9,1 s Winner	10,0 s
Top speed	205 km/h Winner	193 km/h
Power-to-weight	110,2 hp/t Winner	96,6 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	115 g/km Winner	120 g/km
Consumption (WLTP)	5,3 L/100km	5,3 L/100km

Dimensions & space

	Peugeot 2008	Volkswagen T-Cross
Boot	434 L	455 L Winner
Boot (seats folded)	1.467 L Winner	1.281 L
Wheelbase	2,61 m Winner	2,55 m
Length	4,30 m	4,14 m
Width	1,77 m	1,76 m
Height	1,53 m	1,57 m
Seats	5	5

Powertrain & tech

	Peugeot 2008	Volkswagen T-Cross
Platform	PF1 (A94) · CMP (P24)	MQB A0 (transverse, shared with the Polo/Taigo)
Drive	Front-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	1.2 PureTech · 1.6 VTi · 1.5 BlueHDi · 1.2 Hybrid · e-2008	EA211/EA211 evo 1.0/1.5 TSI · EA288 1.6 TDI
Fuel	Petrol · Diesel · Electric	Petrol · Diesel
Transmission	5/6-speed manual · EAT6/EAT8 automatic · e-DSC6	5/6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG
Euro standard	Euro 5/6 (A94) · Euro 6/6d (P24) · N/A (e-2008)	Euro 6d (all engines)
LEZ access	Euro 6/6d petrol/diesel and the e-2008 allowed in the LEZ	Euro 6d petrol/diesel allowed in the LEZ (Brussels/Antwerp/Ghent)

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

Volkswagen T-Cross

DQ200 DSG shift quality (dry clutch)
Timing belt + water pump (EA211)
Infotainment glitches on early cars

Pros

Peugeot 2008

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

Volkswagen T-Cross

High seating position and good visibility
Flexible sliding rear bench
Thrifty 1.0 TSI engines with low CO2

Cons

Peugeot 2008

Rear seat tight for the class
Boot smaller than larger SUVs

Volkswagen T-Cross

Rear bench tight for three adults
Pre-facelift interior plainer

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 T-Cross

Light, easy and built for town driving. The T-Cross steers quickly and lightly, rides acceptably, and is easy to park and place in traffic. It is front-wheel drive only, which suits its city role. The 1.0 TSI is the sensible choice — smooth and economical — the 1.5 TSI adds useful pace, and the DSG is smooth once moving. Body control is fine for a small crossover. It prioritises space, visibility and ease of use over any driving involvement.