Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the RM14,897 premium for the Tesla Model 3 brings a 279 hp, 420 Nm rear motor, 62.5 kWh battery and 534 km range, plus a 594-litre boot. It is also a substantially larger 4,720 mm sedan. The Peugeot 2008 is the easier-sized 4,300 mm SUV, costs RM134,103 and carries RM85 annual road tax against RM280. Its 128 hp 1.2-litre turbo and 405-litre boot make it the rational lower-cost choice, but the Tesla has materially stronger hardware and cabin equipment.
Pick the Peugeot 2008 if you want the lower RM134,103 entry price, RM85 road tax and a shorter 4,300 mm SUV with a five-year/100,000 km warranty.
Pick the Tesla Model 3 if you can pay RM14,897 more for 279 hp, 534 km range, a 594-litre boot and faster-charging EV capability.
Key differences
- Price: Peugeot 2008 RM134,103; Tesla Model 3 RM149,000, a RM14,897 gap.
- Output: Peugeot 2008 128 hp and 230 Nm; Tesla Model 3 279 hp and 420 Nm.
- Length: Peugeot 2008 4,300 mm; Tesla Model 3 4,720 mm.
- Boot space: Peugeot 2008 405 litres; Tesla Model 3 594 litres.
- Warranty: Peugeot 2008 five years/100,000 km; Tesla Model 3 four years/80,000 km.
2008
- RM14,897 cheaper to buy, with RM85 annual road tax versus RM280.
- 420 mm shorter and 319 mm narrower than the Tesla Model 3.
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty and three years/60,000 km free service.
- 128 hp and 230 Nm trail the Tesla Model 3's 279 hp and 420 Nm.
- 405-litre boot is 189 litres smaller than the Tesla Model 3's.
- Manual front-seat adjustment, single-zone climate control and passive cruise control versus the Tesla's power seats, dual-zone system and adaptive cruise…
Model 3
- 279 hp, 420 Nm rear motor, 62.5 kWh battery and 534 km range.
- 594-litre boot, 189 litres more than the Peugeot 2008.
- 11 kW AC and 170 kW DC charging, plus adaptive cruise control and a powered boot.
- Costs RM14,897 more and annual road tax is RM195 higher.
- Four-year/80,000 km vehicle warranty is shorter than the Peugeot's five-year/100,000 km cover.
- 4,720 mm length and 2,089 mm width make it 420 mm longer and 319 mm wider than the Peugeot 2008.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM134,103✓ | RM149,000 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM85✓ | RM280 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,199 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 128 hp | — |
| Torque | 230 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 75 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 279 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 420 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 62.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 534 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 170 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EAT6 | Single-ratio Transmission |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Tesla |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6.2 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 4.5 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 199 km/h | 201 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,300 mm | 4,720 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 2,089 mm |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,605 mm | — |
| Weight | 1,225 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 41 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 405 litres | 594 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 255/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 255/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Turanza T005 EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy | 18" Prismata Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy | 18" Prismata 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 Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 to 80 km/h) | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Automatic High Beam | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-Folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with HEPA Air Filter |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 4 Front USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 15.4" Touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and 7 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 (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Dual Wireless Qi Chargers |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km✓ | 80,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 3 Years/60,000 km Free Service | 8-year/160,000 km Battery and Drive Unit Warranty, No fixed service schedule (condition-based maintenance) |
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 & Model 3 for sale
2008 vs Model 3 FAQ
Is the Peugeot 2008 or Tesla Model 3 better?
The Tesla Model 3 is the stronger choice for output, range, boot space and charging, with 279 hp, 534 km range and a 594-litre boot. Choose the Peugeot 2008 for its lower purchase price, lower road tax and smaller SUV footprint.
What is the price difference?
The Tesla Model 3 costs RM14,897 more than the Peugeot 2008. The Peugeot is RM134,103, while the Tesla is RM149,000.
Can the Tesla Model 3 charge quickly?
Yes. The Tesla Model 3 accepts up to 11 kW AC charging and 170 kW DC charging. Its 62.5 kWh battery is rated for 534 km, while the Peugeot 2008 is a petrol SUV rated at 4.5 L/100 km with a 41-litre tank.