Mazda CX-8 vs Peugeot 3008
Verdict
At RM165,360, the Mazda CX-8 is RM4,028 cheaper than the RM169,388 Peugeot 3008, yet it is the larger car by some margin: 4,900 mm long with a 2,930 mm wheelbase and seven seats. The Peugeot counters as the easier urban fit at 4,510 mm, with a huge 591-litre boot, 7.0 L/100 km economy and RM120 annual road tax. The Mazda gives you more engine at 2.5 litres and 192 hp, but the Peugeot brings more driver-assist and cabin kit.
Pick the Mazda CX-8 if you need seven seats, a longer D-segment body and the stronger 192 hp/258 Nm naturally aspirated engine.
Pick the Peugeot 3008 if five seats are enough and you want the lower 7.0 L/100 km fuel figure, RM120 road tax, bigger boot and extra safety kit.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-8 RM165,360; Peugeot 3008 RM169,388
- Size: Mazda CX-8 4,900 mm long with 2,930 mm wheelbase; Peugeot 3008 4,510 mm long with 2,730 mm wheelbase
- Seats and boot: Mazda CX-8 7 seats and 209 litres; Peugeot 3008 5 seats and 591 litres
- Engine output: Mazda CX-8 2,488 cc, 192 hp and 258 Nm; Peugeot 3008 1,598 cc turbo, 165 hp and 240 Nm
- Running costs: Mazda CX-8 7.9 L/100 km and RM830 road tax; Peugeot 3008 7.0 L/100 km and RM120 road tax
- Parking sensors: Mazda CX-8 4 front and 4 rear sensors; Peugeot 3008 6 front and 6 rear sensors
CX-8
- Seven seats versus the Peugeot’s five
- Longer wheelbase and D-segment body give it the clear size advantage
- More power and torque: 192 hp/258 Nm versus 165 hp/240 Nm
- Higher running costs on paper: 7.9 L/100 km and RM830 road tax versus 7.0 L/100 km and RM120
- Much smaller quoted boot space, 209 litres versus 591 litres
- No blind spot info system or lane-keeping assist
3008
- 591-litre boot is far larger than the Mazda’s 209 litres
- Lower rated fuel use and annual road tax
- Adds blind spot info, steering-correction lane keeping, panoramic roof, navigation and Qi wireless charging
- Five seats only, while the Mazda has seven
- Less output, with 165 hp/240 Nm versus 192 hp/258 Nm
- Smaller 53-litre fuel tank versus the Mazda’s 72 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 165,360✓ | RM 169,388 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 192 hp✓ | 165 hp |
| Torque | 258 Nm✓ | 240 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive 6-speed Automatic with Manual Shift Mode | EAT6 |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7.9 L/100 km | 7 L/100 km✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 205 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,900 mm | 4,510 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,628 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,930 mm | 2,730 mm |
| Weight | 1,781 kg | 1,492 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 72 litres | 53 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 209 litres | 591 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes R46 | Continental CrossContact LX2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 19" Silver V-spoke Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Silver V-spoke Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control Plus | — |
| 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 | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Headlamps |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Lumbar Adjustment and Memory Function | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with 6-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding, Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Boot, 2 Front USB, 2 2nd Row USB, 2 3rd Row USB | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Mazda Connect Infotainment System with 8" Touchscreen, Commander Control Knob, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 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 Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered with hands-free function |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charging Tray |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 830 | RM 120✓ |
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.
CX-8 vs 3008 FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-8 or Peugeot 3008 better?
For family capacity, the Mazda CX-8 is better because it has seven seats and a much longer wheelbase. For five-seat use, the Peugeot 3008 is easier to justify with its 591-litre boot, lower road tax and stronger driver-assist kit.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-8 is cheaper by RM4,028. The gap is small, so the real decision is seven-seat size versus the Peugeot’s lower running costs and extra equipment.
Which one has the bigger boot?
The Peugeot 3008 has the bigger quoted boot at 591 litres. The Mazda CX-8 is listed at 209 litres, but it also carries two extra seats, so its advantage is passenger capacity rather than luggage space.