Peugeot 5008 P87 vs Renault Austral AUS

Peugeot 5008

P87 · 2017 – 2024

The second 5008 (P87), a seven-seat SUV on EMP2.

Renault Austral

AUS · 2022 – 2026

The Austral (AUS), a modern compact SUV on CMF-CD3.

First car

Second car

Pick this one if…

Peugeot 5008

Pick the P87 for the modern seven-seat 5008 with a big cabin and strong diesels.

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

Read the full guide

Pick this one if…

Renault Austral

Pick the Austral for a modern compact SUV with an efficient E-Tech hybrid.

Best engine: The 1.3 TCe (petrol) or E-Tech Full Hybrid 200.

Read the full guide

Performance

1.2 PureTech 130 · Petrol vs 1.2 E-Tech 200 · Hybrid

	Peugeot 5008	Renault Austral
Power	130 hp	200 hp Winner
Torque	230 Nm	—
0–100 km/h	10,5 s	8,4 s Winner
Top speed	188 km/h Winner	175 km/h
Power-to-weight	89,7 hp/t	128,2 hp/t Winner
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	125 g/km	108 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	5,5 L/100km	4,7 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	Peugeot 5008	Renault Austral
Boot	780 L Winner	430 L
Boot (seats folded)	1.940 L Winner	1.525 L
Wheelbase	2,84 m Winner	2,67 m
Length	4,64 m	4,51 m
Ground clearance	—	—
Turning circle	11,2 m	10,9 m Winner
Towing capacity (braked)	1.800 kg Winner	1.500 kg

Powertrain & tech

	Peugeot 5008	Renault Austral
Platform	EMP2 (modular)	CMF-CD3
Drive	Front-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	1.2 PureTech · 1.2 Hybrid (48V) · 1.6 PureTech petrol · 1.5/1.6/2.0 BlueHDi diesel	1.2 TCe · 1.3 TCe · E-Tech Full Hybrid 200
Transmission	6-speed manual · EAT8	E-Tech automatic
Fuel	Petrol	Hybrid
Euro standard	Euro 6d	Euro 6d
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

Peugeot 5008

1.2 PureTech: wet timing belt
1.5 BlueHDi: AdBlue and chain on early units
Infotainment software needs updates

Renault Austral

Infotainment software needs updates
Electrical gremlins on early cars
E-Tech hybrid: 12V battery drain

Pros

Peugeot 5008

Seven seats and a big boot
Modern i-Cockpit interior
Strong 2.0 BlueHDi diesel

Renault Austral

Modern interior with a big screen
Efficient E-Tech Full Hybrid 200
Roomy, modular boot (430–527 L)

Cons

Peugeot 5008

Third row tight for adults
1.2 PureTech: wet timing belt

Renault Austral

No diesel offered
Infotainment takes getting used to

Driving experience

Peugeot 5008

The P87 is a stretched 3008, and it drives with the same easy, car-like manners for a seven-seat box. Built on the EMP2 bones shared with the 3008, it stays light on its feet, so the front axle turns in cleanly and the long wheelbase keeps it stable and settled on the motorway. The small i-Cockpit wheel and raised digital dials need a short acclimatisation, then the steering feels accurate and the body stays composed through corners. Most versions ride on a comfort-tuned rear that irons out broken tarmac, though big wheels and firmer specs add some fidget. The 1.2 PureTech 130 is eager, the 2.0 BlueHDi pulls strongly and quietly, and the EAT8 automatic shifts without fuss. It is an easy, practical seven-seater, 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.