Peugeot 5008 T87 vs Skoda Kodiaq MK1

Peugeot 5008

T87 · 2009 – 2017

The first 5008 (T87), a seven-seat MPV/crossover on PF2.

Skoda Kodiaq

MK1 · 2017 – 2026

The Kodiaq (MK1), on the MQB-A2 platform.

First car

Second car

Pick this one if…

Peugeot 5008

Pick the T87 for an affordable seven-seat MPV with a generous boot.

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

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Pick this one if…

Skoda Kodiaq

Pick the MK1 for a roomy, practical seven-seat SUV with a strong 2.0 TDI.

Best engine: The 2.0 TDI 150 — the sweet spot for families.

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Performance

1.6 THP 155 · Petrol vs 2.0 TDI 150 · Diesel

	Peugeot 5008	Skoda Kodiaq
Power	155 hp Winner	150 hp
Torque	240 Nm	340 Nm Winner
0–100 km/h	9,5 s Winner	9,8 s
Top speed	190 km/h	197 km/h Winner
Power-to-weight	103,3 hp/t Winner	89,3 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	155 g/km	139 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	6,8 L/100km	5,3 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	Peugeot 5008	Skoda Kodiaq
Boot	680 L	835 L Winner
Boot (seats folded)	1.754 L	2.065 L Winner
Wheelbase	2,73 m	2,79 m Winner
Length	4,53 m	4,70 m
Ground clearance	—	18,7 cm
Turning circle	11,2 m Winner	11,9 m
Towing capacity (braked)	1.500 kg	2.500 kg Winner

Powertrain & tech

	Peugeot 5008	Skoda Kodiaq
Platform	PF2	MQB-A2 (shared with the VW Tiguan Allspace)
Drive	Front-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive
Engine family	1.6 VTi/THP · 1.2 PureTech petrol · 1.6/2.0 HDi diesel · HYbrid4	1.5 TSI · 2.0 TSI petrol · 2.0 TDI diesel
Transmission	6-speed manual	7-speed DSG automatic
Fuel	Petrol	Diesel
Euro standard	Euro 5	Euro 6d
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	⚠️ Banned from Antwerp & Ghent from January 1, 2029

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

Peugeot 5008

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

Skoda Kodiaq

2.0 TDI: DPF/AdBlue and timing belt
DSG: jerkiness at low speed
1.5 TSI: kangarooing on early cars

Pros

Peugeot 5008

Seven seats
Generous boot
Affordable used

Skoda Kodiaq

Genuine seven-seat practicality
Roomy boot and interior
Strong 2.0 TDI

Cons

Peugeot 5008

MPV looks (less SUV)
1.6 THP carries timing-chain risk

Skoda Kodiaq

Sparse base equipment
Interior with hard plastics
Third row tight for adults

Driving experience

Peugeot 5008

The T87 is the seven-seat MPV that shares its bones with the 3008, and it drives with the same easy, stable manners. Built on the PF2 platform, it stays reasonably light for its size, so the front axle turns in cleanly and the long wheelbase keeps it planted and settled on the motorway. The raised 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 people-carrier, not a sporty one.

Skoda Kodiaq

Composed and secure for a large SUV of its era, with light steering that suits motorway and urban driving. The ride is comfortable on standard wheels, and body roll is present yet managed. Diesels deliver strong low-end torque for motorway use. It prioritises comfort and practicality over sharp dynamics, with good visibility.