Peugeot 5008 T87 vs Volvo XC60 MK1

Peugeot 5008

T87 · 2009 – 2017

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

Volvo XC60

MK1 · 2008 – 2017

The first-generation XC60 (MK1), on the P3 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…

Volvo XC60

Pick the MK1 for an affordable, safe and comfortable SUV with a strong D4/D5 diesel.

Best engine: The D4/D5 five-cylinder diesel, preferably post-2013 facelift.

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Performance

1.6 THP 155 · Petrol vs D4 2.0 190 · Diesel

	Peugeot 5008	Volvo XC60
Power	155 hp	190 hp Winner
Torque	240 Nm	400 Nm Winner
0–100 km/h	9,5 s	8,4 s Winner
Top speed	190 km/h	205 km/h Winner
Power-to-weight	103,3 hp/t	105,6 hp/t Winner
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	155 g/km	129 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	6,8 L/100km	4,9 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	Peugeot 5008	Volvo XC60
Boot	680 L Winner	495 L
Boot (seats folded)	1.754 L Winner	1.455 L
Wheelbase	2,73 m	2,77 m Winner
Length	4,53 m	4,64 m
Ground clearance	—	23,0 cm
Turning circle	11,2 m Winner	11,7 m
Towing capacity (braked)	1.500 kg	2.000 kg Winner

Powertrain & tech

	Peugeot 5008	Volvo XC60
Platform	PF2	P3 (shared with V70/S80)
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	2.0/2.4 five-cylinder diesel (D3/D4/D5) · 2.0 T5 · 3.0 T6 petrol
Transmission	6-speed manual	8-speed Geartronic automatic
Fuel	Petrol	Diesel
Euro standard	Euro 5	Euro 6
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	⚠️ Banned from Antwerp & Ghent from January 1, 2026

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

Volvo XC60

Neglected Haldex/AWD fluid services
Diesels: DPF/EGR with urban use
Timing belt (diesel) on interval

Pros

Peugeot 5008

Seven seats
Generous boot
Affordable used

Volvo XC60

Comfortable and safe (early City Safety)
Strong five-cylinder diesels
Affordable used

Cons

Peugeot 5008

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

Volvo XC60

Dated infotainment
Haldex/AWD needs fluid services
Early T6 can use oil

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.

Volvo XC60

Composed and secure for a mid-size 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 safety over sharp dynamics, with good visibility.