Verdict
At RM134,103, the Peugeot 2008 costs RM303 more than the RM133,800 Toyota Corolla Cross, yet its annual road tax is far lower at RM85 versus RM359. The Peugeot’s 1.2-litre turbo produces 230 Nm, 58 Nm more than the Toyota’s 1.8-litre unit, and has a 4.5 L/100 km rated economy figure. But the Corolla Cross is the larger C-segment SUV: its 440-litre boot is 35 litres bigger, and it adds rear air vents, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera. Family space and equipment favour the Toyota; running costs and torque favour the Peugeot.
Pick the Peugeot 2008 if lower RM85 annual road tax, 230 Nm of turbo torque and a 4.5 L/100 km rated economy figure matter more than rear-seat amenities.
Pick the Toyota Corolla Cross if you want the larger 440-litre boot, rear air vents, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
Key differences
- Price: Peugeot 2008 RM134,103; Toyota Corolla Cross RM133,800.
- Road tax per year: Peugeot 2008 RM85; Toyota Corolla Cross RM359.
- Torque: Peugeot 2008 230 Nm; Toyota Corolla Cross 172 Nm.
- Boot space: Peugeot 2008 405 litres; Toyota Corolla Cross 440 litres.
- Length: Peugeot 2008 4,300 mm; Toyota Corolla Cross 4,460 mm.
- Top speed: Peugeot 2008 199 km/h; Toyota Corolla Cross 185 km/h.
2008
- 230 Nm turbo torque and 4.5 L/100 km rated economy.
- RM85 annual road tax.
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty plus three years/60,000 km free service.
- 405-litre boot trails the Corolla Cross by 35 litres.
- No rear air vents; the driver’s seat is manually adjusted.
- Passive cruise control and reverse camera only, versus adaptive cruise and a 360-degree camera.
Corolla Cross
- Larger 440-litre boot and 2,640 mm wheelbase.
- Adaptive cruise control, rear vents and 360-degree camera.
- Eight-way power driver’s seat and powered contactless tailgate.
- RM359 annual road tax is RM274 higher.
- 172 Nm is 58 Nm down on the Peugeot.
- 185 km/h top speed is 14 km/h lower.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM134,103 | RM133,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM85✓ | RM359 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing (Dual VVT-i) |
| Capacity | 1,199 cc | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | 128 hp | 138 hp✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm✓ | 172 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EAT6 | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 4.5 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 199 km/h✓ | 185 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,300 mm | 4,460 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,825 mm |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,605 mm | 2,640 mm |
| Weight | 1,225 kg | 1,405 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 41 litres | 47 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 405 litres | 440 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy | 18" 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 & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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) | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| 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 | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| 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 | 10.1" Capacitive Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Carplay and Wired Android Auto, USB and Bluetooth |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 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 & Corolla Cross for sale
2008 vs Corolla Cross FAQ
Is the Peugeot 2008 or Toyota Corolla Cross better?
The Corolla Cross is the better family-use choice with a 440-litre boot, rear air vents, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera. Choose the 2008 for its 230 Nm turbo torque, RM85 road tax and 4.5 L/100 km rated economy.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Corolla Cross is RM303 cheaper than the Peugeot 2008. The small purchase-price gap is offset by a much larger annual road-tax difference: RM359 for the Toyota and RM85 for the Peugeot.
Which has the better official fuel-economy figure?
The Peugeot 2008 has a rated economy figure of 4.5 L/100 km. No rated economy figure is stated for the Toyota Corolla Cross, so a direct official comparison cannot be made.