Peugeot 3008 T84 vs Renault Arkana ARK

Peugeot 3008

T84 · 2009 – 2016

The first 3008 (T84), a crossover on PF2 underpinnings.

Renault Arkana

ARK · 2020 – 2026

The Arkana (ARK), a coupé-SUV on the CMF-B platform.

First car

Second car

Pick this one if…

Peugeot 3008

Pick the T84 for an affordable, comfortable early 3008 with a roomy boot — ideally a 2.0 HDi.

Best engine: The 2.0 HDi (diesel) or 1.6 THP (petrol), preferably post-2013 facelift.

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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

1.6 THP 155 · Petrol vs 1.3 TCe 140 · Petrol

	Peugeot 3008	Renault Arkana
Power	155 hp Winner	140 hp
Torque	240 Nm	260 Nm Winner
0–100 km/h	8,9 s Winner	9,8 s
Top speed	200 km/h	200 km/h
Power-to-weight	106,9 hp/t Winner	105,3 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	155 g/km	132 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	6,8 L/100km	5,8 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	Peugeot 3008	Renault Arkana
Boot	512 L Winner	480 L
Boot (seats folded)	1.604 L Winner	1.500 L
Wheelbase	2,61 m	2,72 m Winner
Length	4,37 m	4,57 m
Ground clearance	—	—
Turning circle	11,1 m	10,9 m Winner
Towing capacity (braked)	1.300 kg Winner	750 kg

Powertrain & tech

	Peugeot 3008	Renault Arkana
Platform	PF2	CMF-B
Drive	Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	1.6 VTi/THP · 1.2 PureTech petrol · 1.6/2.0 HDi diesel · HYbrid4	1.3 TCe mild hybrid · E-Tech Hybrid 145
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed manual · EDC7
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Euro standard	Euro 5	Euro 6d
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

Peugeot 3008

1.6 THP: timing chain and tensioner
HDi: DPF/EGR and turbo at high mileage
HYbrid4: more complex and costly to maintain

Renault Arkana

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

Pros

Peugeot 3008

Raised driving position and good visibility
Roomy, flexible boot
HYbrid4 as an early AWD option

Renault Arkana

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

Cons

Peugeot 3008

Less SUV, more raised hatchback
Early 1.6 THP carries timing-chain risk

Renault Arkana

Sloping roof limits rear headroom
No diesel offered

Driving experience

Peugeot 3008

The T84 is the 3008 that put Peugeot into the crossover game, and it drives more like a tall hatch than an SUV. Built on the PF2 bones shared with the 308, it stays reasonably light, so the front axle turns in cleanly and the raised body adds visibility without making the ride busy. The high-set driving position and big glass make it feel solid and easy to place, while most versions ride on a comfort-tuned rear that irons out broken tarmac. The 1.6 THP is eager, the 2.0 HDi pulls strongly and quietly, and the 6-speed automatic shifts without fuss. The HYbrid4 adds electric drive but is more complex. It is a comfortable, easy 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.