Peugeot 5008 T87 vs Volkswagen Taigo CS1

Peugeot 5008

T87 · 2009 – 2017

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

Volkswagen Taigo

CS1 · 2021 – 2026

The first-generation Taigo (CS1), on the MQB A0 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…

Volkswagen Taigo

Pick the Taigo for a stylish coupé crossover with low running costs and city-friendly dimensions.

Best engine: The 1.0 TSI (110 hp) — the sweet spot.

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Performance

1.6 THP 155 · Petrol vs 1.0 TSI 110 · Petrol

	Peugeot 5008	Volkswagen Taigo
Power	155 hp Winner	110 hp
Torque	240 Nm Winner	200 Nm
0–100 km/h	9,5 s Winner	10,5 s
Top speed	190 km/h	191 km/h Winner
Power-to-weight	103,3 hp/t Winner	93,6 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	155 g/km	123 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	6,8 L/100km	5,4 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	Peugeot 5008	Volkswagen Taigo
Boot	680 L Winner	440 L
Boot (seats folded)	1.754 L Winner	1.222 L
Wheelbase	2,73 m Winner	2,57 m
Length	4,53 m	4,27 m
Ground clearance	—	16,0 cm
Turning circle	11,2 m	10,9 m Winner
Towing capacity (braked)	1.500 kg Winner	1.200 kg

Powertrain & tech

	Peugeot 5008	Volkswagen Taigo
Platform	PF2	MQB A0 (transverse)
Drive	Front-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	1.6 VTi/THP · 1.2 PureTech petrol · 1.6/2.0 HDi diesel · HYbrid4	EA211 1.0 TSI · EA211 Evo 1.5 TSI
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG
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 5008

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

Volkswagen Taigo

Timing belt (wet belt) on some 1.0 TSI
Plastic water pump/thermostat module
Infotainment glitches (MIB3) on early cars

Pros

Peugeot 5008

Seven seats
Generous boot
Affordable used

Volkswagen Taigo

Coupé roofline sets it apart from the T-Cross
Thrifty 1.0 TSI with low CO2 (Euro 6d)
Generous standard kit (LED, digital cockpit)

Cons

Peugeot 5008

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

Volkswagen Taigo

Less rear headroom due to the sloping roof
No diesel or all-wheel-drive options

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.

Volkswagen Taigo

Light, easy and aimed squarely at town driving. The Taigo steers quickly and lightly, rides acceptably, and slips through city streets with little effort. The sloping roofline looks good but trims rear headroom, and it is front-wheel drive only. The 1.0 TSI is the sensible choice — smooth and economical — the 1.5 TSI adds useful pace, and the DSG is smooth. It is a style-led small crossover that prioritises looks and ease of use over outright practicality or driving involvement.