Verdict
The Peugeot 408 is the sharper buy on numbers: at RM146,055 it undercuts the Peugeot 3008 by RM23,333 yet gets 215 hp, 300 Nm, an eight-speed auto, a 7-year/200,000 km warranty and a marginally quicker 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time. The Peugeot 3008 answers as the more practical SUV, with 591 litres of boot space, greater height, a panoramic roof and a powered hands-free tailgate. But mechanically, the 408 has the stronger case.
Pick the Peugeot 3008 if you want the taller SUV body, bigger 591-litre boot and convenience kit such as the panoramic roof and powered hands-free tailgate.
Pick the Peugeot 408 if you want more power, the longer warranty, lower price and stronger safety kit with autonomous braking and collision warning.
Key differences
- Price: Peugeot 3008 RM169,388; Peugeot 408 RM146,055
- Output: Peugeot 3008 165 hp/240 Nm; Peugeot 408 215 hp/300 Nm
- Transmission: Peugeot 3008 EAT6 six-speed auto; Peugeot 408 Aisin eight-speed auto
- Boot space: Peugeot 3008 591 litres; Peugeot 408 536 litres
- Warranty: Peugeot 3008 5 years/100,000 km; Peugeot 408 7 years/200,000 km
- Size: Peugeot 3008 4,510 mm long/1,628 mm tall; Peugeot 408 4,687 mm long/1,510 mm tall
3008
- Bigger 591-litre boot versus 536 litres in the 408
- Taller SUV body and higher roofline
- Panoramic roof and powered hands-free tailgate
- Costs RM23,333 more than the 408
- Lower output at 165 hp and 240 Nm
- Shorter 5-year/100,000 km warranty
408
- Stronger 215 hp and 300 Nm 1.6 turbo engine
- Eight-speed automatic and multi-link rear suspension
- 7-year/200,000 km warranty
- Smaller 536-litre boot versus the 3008’s 591 litres
- Manual boot operation instead of the 3008’s powered hands-free tailgate
- Manual front passenger seat and no panoramic roof
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 169,388 | RM 146,055✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-Valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 165 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EAT6 | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds | 8.8 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 205 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,510 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,859 mm |
| Height | 1,628 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,730 mm | 2,787 mm |
| Weight | 1,492 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 53 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 591 litres✓ | 536 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact LX2 | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three Point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Headlamps | LED |
| Taillamps | LED with Sequential Indicators | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with 6-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat | Driver Powered Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10" Touchscreen with Arkamys 6 Speakers | 10" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Entry | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with hands-free function | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 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 | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charging Tray | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 200,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 7 years✓ |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 90✓ |
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.
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3008 vs 408 FAQ
Is the Peugeot 3008 or Peugeot 408 better?
The Peugeot 408 is better on value, performance, warranty and safety equipment. The Peugeot 3008 is better if SUV practicality matters more, thanks to its taller body, larger boot and powered hands-free tailgate.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 3008 costs RM23,333 more than the Peugeot 408, based on RM169,388 versus RM146,055.
Which is quicker, the Peugeot 3008 or Peugeot 408?
The Peugeot 408 is slightly quicker, doing 0-100 km/h in 8.8 seconds against the Peugeot 3008’s 8.9 seconds. The bigger difference is output: 215 hp and 300 Nm versus 165 hp and 240 Nm.