Verdict
The Peugeot 2008 costs RM3,203 more than the Suzuki Swift Sport, but that gap buys a 405-litre boot against 265 litres, a 2,605-mm wheelbase and substantially broader active safety kit, including pedestrian AEB operating from 5 to 80 km/h. It is also rated at 4.5 L/100 km versus 6.1 L/100 km. The Swift Sport counters with 140 hp, 970 kg kerb weight and an 8.0-second 0-100 km/h time, plus paddle shifts. For a Malaysian buyer needing family-friendly space and assistance systems, the Peugeot is the more rounded choice; the Suzuki suits the driver-focused brief.
Pick the Peugeot 2008 if you need the 405-litre boot, lower 4.5 L/100 km fuel rating and pedestrian AEB with lane-keeping assistance.
Pick the Suzuki Swift Sport if you prioritise its 970-kg weight, 140 hp output, 8.0-second 0-100 km/h time and paddle shifts.
Key differences
- Price: Peugeot 2008 RM134,103; Suzuki Swift Sport RM130,900
- Power and weight: Peugeot 2008 128 hp and 1,225 kg; Suzuki Swift Sport 140 hp and 970 kg
- Fuel economy: Peugeot 2008 4.5 L/100 km; Suzuki Swift Sport 6.1 L/100 km
- Boot space: Peugeot 2008 405 litres; Suzuki Swift Sport 265 litres
- Dimensions: Peugeot 2008 4,300 mm long with a 2,605-mm wheelbase; Suzuki Swift Sport 3,890 mm and 2,450 mm
- Warranty: Peugeot 2008 five years/100,000 km; Suzuki Swift Sport three years/100,000 km
2008
- 405-litre boot and 2,605-mm wheelbase
- Pedestrian AEB, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping assistance
- Lower 4.5 L/100 km rated consumption
- Costs RM3,203 more
- 128 hp trails the Swift Sport's 140 hp
- At 1,225 kg, it is 255 kg heavier and has no paddle shifts
Swift Sport
- 140 hp, 970 kg and an 8.0-second 0-100 km/h time
- Paddle shifts and front foglamps
- Costs RM3,203 less with RM70 annual road tax
- 265-litre boot is 140 litres smaller
- 6.1 L/100 km rated consumption is higher
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assistance
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM134,103 | RM130,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM85 | RM70✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,199 cc | 1,373 cc |
| Horsepower | 128 hp | 140 hp✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 9.9 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EAT6 | 6AT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 4.5 L/100 km✓ | 6.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 199 km/h | 205 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,300 mm | 3,890 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,735 mm |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,605 mm | 2,450 mm |
| Weight | 1,225 kg | 970 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 41 litres | 37 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 405 litres✓ | 265 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Yokohama Advan A13C |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| 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 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 for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 to 80 km/h) | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Driver and Front Passenger |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Automatic High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable, Driver's seat height adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-Folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Front Cabin Light |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 7.0" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth, Navigation and 6 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| 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 | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 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 2008 & Swift Sport for sale
2008 vs Swift Sport FAQ
Is the Peugeot 2008 or Suzuki Swift Sport better?
The Peugeot 2008 is better for space, fuel economy and safety equipment, with a 405-litre boot, 4.5 L/100 km rating and pedestrian AEB. The Swift Sport is the sharper performance-led choice on paper at 970 kg, 140 hp and 8.0 seconds to 100 km/h.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 2008 costs RM134,103 and the Suzuki Swift Sport costs RM130,900, so the Peugeot is RM3,203 more expensive.
Which has the bigger boot and longer warranty?
The Peugeot 2008 has both: its 405-litre boot is 140 litres larger than the Suzuki Swift Sport's 265 litres, and its five-year/100,000-km warranty exceeds the Suzuki's three-year/100,000-km cover.