Verdict
The RM38,712 cheaper Peugeot 5008 is the rational seven-seat buy, especially if its 952-litre boot matters; that is 324 litres more than the Santa Fe’s 628 litres. It is also 160 mm shorter, though its 2,840 mm wheelbase is 25 mm longer. The Hyundai justifies part of its RM225,000 asking with hybrid assistance, 177 hp and 265 Nm against 165 hp and 240 Nm, plus autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and an eight-year/160,000 km warranty. Choose carefully: the 5008 brings a panoramic sunroof and a space-saver spare, while the Santa Fe gets more comprehensive active safety and third-row USB-C ports.
Pick the Hyundai Santa Fe if autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control, hybrid assistance and the longer eight-year/160,000 km warranty matter more than the RM38,712 premium.
Pick the Peugeot 5008 if you want to spend RM186,288 on a seven-seater with a 952-litre boot, panoramic sunroof and space-saver spare.
Key differences
- Price: Hyundai Santa Fe RM225,000; Peugeot 5008 RM186,288.
- Power and torque: Santa Fe 177 hp and 265 Nm; 5008 165 hp and 240 Nm.
- Boot space: Santa Fe 628 litres; 5008 952 litres.
- Length and wheelbase: Santa Fe 4,830 mm and 2,815 mm; 5008 4,670 mm and 2,840 mm.
- Warranty: Santa Fe eight years/160,000 km; 5008 five years/100,000 km.
- Fuel tank: Santa Fe 67 litres; 5008 53 litres.
Santa Fe
- Hybrid-assisted 1.6-litre turbo with 177 hp and 265 Nm.
- Autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control.
- Eight-year/160,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- Costs RM38,712 more.
- 628-litre boot trails the 5008 by 324 litres.
- No panoramic sunroof; the 5008 has one.
5008
- RM186,288 price is RM38,712 lower.
- 952-litre boot and 2,840 mm wheelbase.
- Panoramic sunroof and space-saver spare tyre.
- 165 hp and 240 Nm are below the Santa Fe’s 177 hp and 265 Nm.
- No autonomous braking or collision warning.
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter than the Santa Fe’s eight-year/160,000 km cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM225,000 | RM186,288✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Direct Injection with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 177 hp✓ | 165 hp |
| Torque | 265 Nm✓ | 240 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | 75.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 64 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 264 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 1.49 kWh | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed Automatic | EAT6 |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 205 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,830 mm | 4,670 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,815 mm | 2,840 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,595 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 67 litres | 53 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 628 litres | 952 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho Ecsta PS71 | Continental CrossContact LX2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" 5-arm Alloy Wheels | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" 5-arm Alloy Wheels | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2nd & 3rd Row Seats | Available on three middle row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with 6-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 33:33:33 Split-folding Middle Row with Tray Tables, Slidable and Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents & Blower Controls | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Second Row, 2 USB-C Third Row | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Last Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 1 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 10" Touchscreen with Arkamys 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 Entry |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered with hands-free function |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charging Tray |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 5 years |
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 Santa Fe & 5008 for sale
Santa Fe vs 5008 FAQ
Is the Hyundai Santa Fe or Peugeot 5008 better?
The Santa Fe is better for active safety, hybrid assistance and warranty cover, with autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and eight years/160,000 km. The 5008 is better for purchase price and carrying space, costing RM38,712 less with a 952-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Hyundai Santa Fe costs RM225,000 and the Peugeot 5008 costs RM186,288, so the Santa Fe is RM38,712 more expensive.
Which has the larger boot, the Hyundai Santa Fe or Peugeot 5008?
The Peugeot 5008 has the larger boot at 952 litres, compared with 628 litres in the Hyundai Santa Fe. That is a 324-litre advantage for the Peugeot.