Peugeot 5008 P87 vs Volvo XC60 MK2

Peugeot 5008

P87 · 2017 – 2024

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

Volvo XC60

MK2 · 2017 – 2026

The second-generation XC60 (MK2), on the SPA platform.

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.

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Pick this one if…

Volvo XC60

Pick the MK2 for a premium, safe and refined SUV with an efficient B5 mild-hybrid or quick T8.

Best engine: The B5 mild-hybrid (petrol) — or the T8 plug-in hybrid.

Read the full guide

Performance

1.2 PureTech 130 · Petrol vs B5 2.0 250 · Petrol

	Peugeot 5008	Volvo XC60
Power	130 hp	250 hp Winner
Torque	230 Nm	350 Nm Winner
0–100 km/h	10,5 s	6,9 s Winner
Top speed	188 km/h Winner	180 km/h
Power-to-weight	89,7 hp/t	137,4 hp/t Winner
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	125 g/km Winner	154 g/km
Consumption (WLTP)	5,5 L/100km Winner	6,8 L/100km

Dimensions & space

	Peugeot 5008	Volvo XC60
Boot	780 L Winner	505 L
Boot (seats folded)	1.940 L Winner	1.543 L
Wheelbase	2,84 m	2,87 m Winner
Length	4,64 m	4,71 m
Ground clearance	—	21,6 cm
Turning circle	11,2 m Winner	11,4 m
Towing capacity (braked)	1.800 kg	2.400 kg Winner

Powertrain & tech

	Peugeot 5008	Volvo XC60
Platform	EMP2 (modular)	SPA (shared with XC90/V90/S90)
Drive	Front-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive
Engine family	1.2 PureTech · 1.2 Hybrid (48V) · 1.6 PureTech petrol · 1.5/1.6/2.0 BlueHDi diesel	2.0 D4/D5 diesel · 2.0 B4/B5/B6 mild-hybrid · 2.0 T8 plug-in hybrid
Transmission	6-speed manual · EAT8	8-speed Geartronic automatic
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
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

Volvo XC60

Infotainment software and Sensus glitches
12V battery drain (early cars)
T8: ERAD and battery need monitoring

Pros

Peugeot 5008

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

Volvo XC60

Premium interior and hushed comfort
Strong safety equipment
Efficient mild-hybrids and quick T8

Cons

Peugeot 5008

Third row tight for adults
1.2 PureTech: wet timing belt

Volvo XC60

Infotainment can glitch
12V battery can drain
Not focused on sharp dynamics

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.

Volvo XC60

Composed and secure for a mid-size SUV, with light, accurate steering that suits motorway and urban driving. The ride is comfortable on standard wheels but firmer on larger alloys, and body roll is present yet managed. Mild-hybrid petrols deliver usable performance with strong low-end torque; the T8 plug-in hybrid is notably quicker. It prioritises comfort and safety over sharp dynamics, with good visibility.