Peugeot 3008 T84 vs Renault Austral AUS
Peugeot 3008
T84 · 2009 – 2016
The first 3008 (T84), a crossover on PF2 underpinnings.
Renault Austral
AUS · 2022 – 2026
The Austral (AUS), a modern compact SUV on CMF-CD3.
Peugeot 3008
Pick the T84 for an affordable, comfortable early 3008 with a roomy boot — ideally a 2.0 HDi.
Renault Austral
Pick the Austral for a modern compact SUV with an efficient E-Tech hybrid.
Performance
1.6 THP 155 · Petrol vs 1.2 E-Tech 200 · Hybrid
| Peugeot 3008 | Renault Austral | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
155 hp
|
200 hp
Winner
|
| Torque |
240 Nm
|
—
|
| 0–100 km/h |
8,9 s
|
8,4 s
Winner
|
| Top speed |
200 km/h
Winner
|
175 km/h
|
| Power-to-weight |
106,9 hp/t
|
128,2 hp/t
Winner
|
| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
155 g/km
|
108 g/km
Winner
|
| Consumption (WLTP) |
6,8 L/100km
|
4,7 L/100km
Winner
|
Dimensions & space
| Peugeot 3008 | Renault Austral | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
512 L
Winner
|
430 L
|
| Boot (seats folded) |
1.604 L
Winner
|
1.525 L
|
| Wheelbase |
2,61 m
|
2,67 m
Winner
|
| Length |
4,37 m
|
4,51 m
|
| Ground clearance |
—
|
—
|
| Turning circle |
11,1 m
|
10,9 m
Winner
|
| Towing capacity (braked) |
1.300 kg
|
1.500 kg
Winner
|
Powertrain & tech
| Peugeot 3008 | Renault Austral | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | PF2 | CMF-CD3 |
| 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 | 1.2 TCe · 1.3 TCe · E-Tech Full Hybrid 200 |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | E-Tech automatic |
| Fuel | Petrol | Hybrid |
| 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
- 1.6 THP: timing chain and tensioner
- HDi: DPF/EGR and turbo at high mileage
- HYbrid4: more complex and costly to maintain
- Infotainment software needs updates
- Electrical gremlins on early cars
- E-Tech hybrid: 12V battery drain
Pros
- Raised driving position and good visibility
- Roomy, flexible boot
- HYbrid4 as an early AWD option
- Modern interior with a big screen
- Efficient E-Tech Full Hybrid 200
- Roomy, modular boot (430–527 L)
Cons
- Less SUV, more raised hatchback
- Early 1.6 THP carries timing-chain risk
- No diesel offered
- Infotainment takes getting used to
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 Austral
A refined long-distance cruiser rather than a dynamic driver's car, helped by optional rear-axle steering (4Control) that tightens the turning circle in town. Steering is light but accurate enough for daily use, with Sport mode adding more weight. The ride is firmer than many rivals, especially on larger wheels, and can feel unsettled over sharp bumps, though body control is reasonable. The E-Tech full hybrid feels responsive in mixed driving and can cover short distances on electric power alone, while the 1.3 mild hybrid is adequate once moving. Low-speed transmission behaviour can show hesitation or judder on early hybrid examples.
Belgian taxes & LEZ
