Verdict
The Honda e:N1 costs RM149,900, RM15,797 more than the Peugeot 2008, but brings electric running, 201 hp and 310 Nm against the Peugeot’s 128 hp and 230 Nm. Its 410 km range, 11 kW AC and 78 kW DC charging suit buyers with dependable home or public charging. The Peugeot counters with a larger 405-litre boot versus 344 litres, lower RM85 annual road tax and a 1,225 kg kerb weight. For urban EV ownership, the Honda’s extra power and driver-assistance kit justify the gap; petrol convenience and luggage space favour the Peugeot.
Pick the Honda e:N1 if you can charge regularly and want 201 hp, a 410 km EV range, adaptive cruise control and an eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty.
Pick the Peugeot 2008 if you want the RM15,797 saving, a 405-litre boot and petrol refuelling without charging planning.
Key differences
- Price: Honda e:N1 RM149,900; Peugeot 2008 RM134,103.
- Power and torque: Honda e:N1 201 hp/310 Nm; Peugeot 2008 128 hp/230 Nm.
- Range or economy: Honda e:N1 410 km EV range; Peugeot 2008 4.5 L/100 km.
- Boot space: Honda e:N1 344 litres; Peugeot 2008 405 litres.
- Kerb weight: Honda e:N1 1,662 kg; Peugeot 2008 1,225 kg.
- Warranty: Honda e:N1 eight years/160,000 km battery warranty; Peugeot 2008 five years/100,000 km manufacturer warranty.
e:N1
- 201 hp and 310 Nm electric motor.
- 410 km range with 11 kW AC and 78 kW DC charging.
- Adaptive cruise control, head-up display and rear air vents.
- RM15,797 dearer to buy.
- 344-litre boot is 61 litres smaller.
- Annual road tax is RM160 versus RM85.
2008
- RM15,797 lower purchase price.
- 405-litre boot.
- Steering-correction lane keep assist and six front parking sensors.
- 128 hp and 230 Nm trail the Honda’s 201 hp and 310 Nm.
- No EV driving range or AC/DC charging capability.
- Single-zone climate control and no rear air vents.
What the e:N1 has over the 2008
What the 2008 has over the e:N1
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Boot space favours the 2008: 405 litres against 344.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM149,900 | RM134,103✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM85✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,530/mo | RM1,370/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM4,145 | RM3,734✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | — | RM1,791 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | — | RM8.96 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | — | RM28,052 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,199 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 128 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 75 mm × 90.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| EV Range | 410 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 78 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | EAT6 |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 4.5 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 199 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,300 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,607 mm | 2,605 mm |
| Weight | 1,662 kg | 1,225 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 41 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 344 litres | 405 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | — |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 24 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 16 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | — | 12 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 4 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 to 80 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector with Automatic High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 15.1" Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 3 Years/60,000 km Free Service |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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e:N1 vs 2008 FAQ
Is the Honda e:N1 or Peugeot 2008 better?
The Honda e:N1 is the better choice for drivers able to charge regularly, with 201 hp, 310 Nm and 410 km of EV range. Choose the Peugeot 2008 for lower upfront cost, a 405-litre boot and petrol refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The Honda e:N1 costs RM15,797 more than the Peugeot 2008. That gap brings an electric powertrain, 201 hp and 310 Nm, plus adaptive cruise control, a head-up display and an eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Peugeot 2008 has the bigger boot at 405 litres, 61 litres more than the Honda e:N1’s 344 litres. Both are five-seat, five-door B-segment SUVs with 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
Which one is locally assembled?
The 2008 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the e:N1 is fully imported (CBU) from China. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.