Nissan X-Trail vs Peugeot 2008
Verdict
At barely RM215 apart, this is not a price fight. The Nissan X-Trail gives Malaysian buyers the bigger-family hardware: C-segment size, seven seats, a 550-litre boot and a 60-litre tank. The Peugeot 2008 is the smaller B-segment SUV, but its 1.2 turbo makes more torque at 230 Nm and uses a claimed 4.5 L/100 km versus the X-Trail’s 7.5 L/100 km. It also has the stronger safety kit on paper, including six airbags, AEB, blind spot monitoring and lane steering correction.
Pick the Nissan X-Trail if you need seven seats, more boot space and the larger C-segment body for family use.
Pick the Peugeot 2008 if you want lower claimed fuel use, more driver assistance kit and a smaller SUV that is easier to place.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan X-Trail RM133,888; Peugeot 2008 RM134,103
- Seats: Nissan X-Trail 7; Peugeot 2008 5
- Boot space: Nissan X-Trail 550 litres; Peugeot 2008 405 litres
- Engine output: Nissan X-Trail 142 hp/200 Nm; Peugeot 2008 128 hp/230 Nm
- Rated economy: Nissan X-Trail 7.5 L/100 km; Peugeot 2008 4.5 L/100 km
- Road tax: Nissan X-Trail RM439/year; Peugeot 2008 RM85/year
X-Trail
- Seven seats versus the Peugeot’s five
- Larger 550-litre boot and 60-litre fuel tank
- Multi-link rear suspension and ventilated rear discs
- Higher rated fuel use at 7.5 L/100 km versus 4.5 L/100 km
- Less safety assistance, with no listed AEB, blind spot monitoring or lane steering correction
- Higher annual road tax at RM439 versus RM85
2008
- Stronger torque figure: 230 Nm versus 200 Nm
- Lower rated fuel use at 4.5 L/100 km
- More safety kit, including six airbags, AEB, blind spot monitoring and lane steering correction
- Five seats only, versus seven in the Nissan
- Smaller boot at 405 litres versus 550 litres
- Smaller 41-litre fuel tank versus 60 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 133,888✓ | RM 134,103 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with variable valve timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | 1,199 cc |
| Horsepower | 142 hp✓ | 128 hp |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 230 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Belt |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.2 | 11 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | XTRONIC CVT with 7-speed Manual Mode | EAT6 |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 7.5 L/100 km | 4.5 L/100 km✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 199 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,690 mm | 4,300 mm |
| Width | 1,820 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,740 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,705 mm | 2,605 mm |
| Weight | 1,558 kg | 1,225 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 41 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 550 litres✓ | 405 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/65R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/65R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental ContiCrossContact LX Sport | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Five Twin-spoke Alloy | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Five Twin-spoke Alloy | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Intelligent Ride Control, Intelligent Engine Brake, Intelligent Trace Control, Active Brake Limited Slip | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 4 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | 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 | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 to 80 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver and front passenger only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projector with Automatic High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Manual Reclining and Sliding Middle Row with 60:40 Split-folding, Last Row 50:50 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front, 1 Boot | 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 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front |
| Audio | 7" Touchscreen Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Support | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Around View Monitor (AVM) | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | 5" Advance Drive Assist Display (ADAD) within Instrument Cluster, Under-boot Tonneau Cover | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 3 Years/60,000 km Free Service |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 439 | RM 85✓ |
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.
X-Trail vs 2008 FAQ
Is the Nissan X-Trail or Peugeot 2008 better?
The Nissan X-Trail is better for space, seven-seat use and luggage. The Peugeot 2008 is better for fuel economy, torque and safety assistance. For a family SUV, pick the X-Trail; for a smaller, better-equipped urban SUV, pick the 2008.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 2008 costs RM134,103, while the Nissan X-Trail costs RM133,888. That makes the Peugeot RM215 more expensive, so the decision is really about size, seats, economy and equipment rather than price.
Which is more fuel efficient?
The Peugeot 2008 is rated at 4.5 L/100 km, clearly lower than the Nissan X-Trail’s 7.5 L/100 km. The Nissan counters with a larger 60-litre tank, compared with the Peugeot’s 41 litres.