Verdict
For Malaysian buyers with dependable charging, the Honda e:N1 brings a 201 hp/310 Nm electric motor, 410 km of range and 11 kW AC or 78 kW DC charging; it is the stronger, longer-distance-on-a-charge choice. Its 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty also gives useful long-term cover. The Peugeot 2008 counters with a 4.5 L/100 km petrol rating, a larger 405-litre boot and much lower RM85 annual road tax. Both are front-wheel-drive B-segment SUVs with five seats, but the Peugeot is the more practical petrol option.
Pick the Honda e:N1 if home or workplace charging suits your routine and you want 410 km EV range, 201 hp and an 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty.
Pick the Peugeot 2008 if you need a 405-litre boot, petrol refuelling convenience and lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Powertrain output: Honda e:N1 has 201 hp and 310 Nm; Peugeot 2008 has 128 hp and 230 Nm.
- Energy use: Honda e:N1 has 410 km EV range; Peugeot 2008 is rated at 4.5 L/100 km.
- Boot space: Honda e:N1 has 344 litres; Peugeot 2008 has 405 litres.
- Kerb weight: Honda e:N1 weighs 1,662 kg; Peugeot 2008 weighs 1,225 kg.
- Annual road tax: Honda e:N1 is RM160; Peugeot 2008 is RM85.
- Warranty: Honda e:N1 gets 8 years/160,000 km battery cover; Peugeot 2008 gets 5 years/100,000 km manufacturer cover.
e:N1
- 410 km EV range with 11 kW AC and 78 kW DC charging
- 201 hp and 310 Nm electric motor
- Rear air vents, head-up display and adaptive cruise control
- 344-litre boot is 61 litres smaller
- Annual road tax is RM75 higher
- Heavier at 1,662 kg versus 1,225 kg
2008
- 405-litre boot and space-saver spare tyre
- 4.5 L/100 km rated economy
- Steering-correction lane keeping and six front parking sensors
- 128 hp and 230 Nm trail the e:N1's 201 hp and 310 Nm
- No rear air vents, head-up display or wireless charger
- 5-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter than the e:N1 battery cover
| 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✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,199 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 128 hp |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 75 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 | — |
| 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 | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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.
Used e:N1 & 2008 for sale
e:N1 vs 2008 FAQ
Is the Honda e:N1 or Peugeot 2008 better?
The e:N1 is better for drivers able to charge regularly, with 410 km range, 201 hp and longer battery cover. The 2008 is better for petrol convenience and luggage, thanks to its 405-litre boot and 4.5 L/100 km rating.
What is the price difference?
The Honda e:N1 costs RM149,900 and the Peugeot 2008 costs RM134,103, so the Honda is RM15,797 more expensive.
Which has the better warranty?
The Honda e:N1 has the stronger stated cover: an 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty. The Peugeot 2008 has a 5-year/100,000 km manufacturer warranty and includes three years/60,000 km free service.