Peugeot 3008 P84 vs Volkswagen Tiguan AD1

Peugeot 3008

P84 · 2016 – 2023

The second 3008 (P84), 2017 European Car of the Year on EMP2.

Volkswagen Tiguan

AD1 · 2016 – 2024

The second-generation Tiguan (AD1), on the MQB platform.

First car

Second car

Pick this one if…

Peugeot 3008

Pick the P84 for the best all-round 3008: stylish, roomy and comfortable, with a strong diesel or PHEV choice.

Best engine: The 1.2 PureTech (petrol) or 1.5/2.0 BlueHDi (diesel) — post-2020.

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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 TSI (150 hp) or 2.0 TDI (150 hp).

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Performance

1.2 PureTech 130 · Petrol vs 1.5 TSI 150 · Petrol

	Peugeot 3008	Volkswagen Tiguan
Power	130 hp	150 hp Winner
Torque	230 Nm	250 Nm Winner
0–100 km/h	9,6 s	9,2 s Winner
Top speed	205 km/h Winner	200 km/h
Power-to-weight	98,5 hp/t	102,0 hp/t Winner
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	120 g/km Winner	139 g/km
Consumption (WLTP)	5,2 L/100km Winner	6,1 L/100km

Dimensions & space

	Peugeot 3008	Volkswagen Tiguan
Boot	520 L	615 L Winner
Boot (seats folded)	1.480 L	1.655 L Winner
Wheelbase	2,68 m	2,68 m Winner
Length	4,45 m	4,49 m
Ground clearance	—	19,0 cm
Turning circle	10,7 m Winner	11,5 m
Towing capacity (braked)	1.500 kg	2.200 kg Winner

Powertrain & tech

	Peugeot 3008	Volkswagen Tiguan
Platform	EMP2 (modular)	MQB (transverse)
Drive	Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive
Engine family	1.2 PureTech · 1.6 PureTech petrol · 1.5/1.6/2.0 BlueHDi diesel · Hybrid/Hybrid4 PHEV	EA211 1.4/1.5 TSI · EA888 2.0 TSI (R) · EA288 2.0 TDI · eHybrid PHEV
Transmission	6-speed manual · EAT6	6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Euro standard	Euro 6d	Euro 6d-TEMP
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

Peugeot 3008

1.2 PureTech: wet timing belt (until ~2021)
BlueHDi: AdBlue/SCR and DPF
1.5 BlueHDi: timing chain on early units

Volkswagen Tiguan

Water pump/thermostat module on EA211
Haldex 4MOTION service (fluid/clutch)
Software/infotainment glitches pre-facelift

Pros

Peugeot 3008

Slick i-Cockpit and quality interior
Roomy boot (520 litres)
Strong diesels and efficient PHEVs

Volkswagen Tiguan

Very roomy boot (615–1,655 l) with sliding rear bench
Allspace variant with 7 seats (option)
Towing up to 2,500 kg on 4MOTION diesels

Cons

Peugeot 3008

1.2 PureTech: wet belt until ~2021
Rear bench tight for three adults

Volkswagen Tiguan

Pre-facelift interior looks more dated
1.4 TSI (early) less smooth than the later 1.5 TSI

Driving experience

Peugeot 3008

The P84 drives more like a raised hatchback than a tall SUV. It sits on the same EMP2 bones as the 308, so it stays light on its feet, and the high-set i-Cockpit gives a commanding view without dulling the steering. The small wheel and raised dials take a short acclimatisation, then the front end feels quick and accurate while body roll stays contained. Most versions use a comfort-tuned torsion-beam rear that soaks up broken tarmac cleanly; big wheels and firmer GT damping add a touch of fidget. The 1.2 PureTech is eager, the 2.0 BlueHDi pulls strongly and quietly, and the EAT8 automatic shifts without drama. It is an easy, comfortable family crossover, not a sharp one.

Volkswagen Tiguan

Comfortable, easy to drive and predictably competent. The Tiguan II rides with good isolation over broken surfaces, stays quiet at a cruise, and steers lightly and accurately without much feedback. Front-drive versions are easy and economical; 4MOTION adds useful traction in poor weather and on loose surfaces. The 1.5 TSI is the sensible pick — smooth and efficient — the 2.0 TDI is the long-distance choice, and the 2.0 TSI is brisk if unremarkable. The DSG is smooth in traffic. Body control is fine for a family SUV, but the Tiguan is set up for comfort and space, not cornering entertainment.