Verdict
The Peugeot 3008 costs RM169,388 to the smart #3’s RM175,000, but this is a petrol-versus-EV decision rather than a simple price call. The smart is far quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds against 8.9 seconds, and its 49 kWh battery supplies 325 km of stated range with 150 kW DC charging. The Peugeot counters with a much larger 591-litre boot, 221 litres ahead of the smart, plus a five-year vehicle warranty. For Malaysian families carrying prams or luggage, that cargo gap matters.
Pick the Peugeot 3008 if you need its 591-litre boot, prefer petrol convenience and want a five-year vehicle warranty.
Pick the smart #3 if you can charge an EV and want 268 hp, 343 Nm, 325 km of range and much stronger 5.8-second acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: Peugeot 3008 RM169,388; smart #3 RM175,000.
- Performance: Peugeot 3008 165 hp, 240 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds; smart #3 268 hp, 343 Nm and 5.8 seconds.
- Energy: Peugeot 3008 uses petrol at 7 L/100 km with a 53-litre tank; smart #3 has a 49 kWh battery and 325 km stated range.
- Charging: Peugeot 3008 has no charging system; smart #3 supports 22 kW AC, 150 kW DC and 3.3 kW V2L.
- Cargo space: Peugeot 3008 591 litres; smart #3 370 litres.
- Warranty: Peugeot 3008 five years/100,000 km; smart #3 four years/unlimited mileage, plus an eight-year/200,000 km battery warranty.
3008
- 591-litre boot is 221 litres larger.
- RM5,612 lower purchase price and RM120 annual road tax.
- Five-year vehicle warranty.
- 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time trails the smart #3’s 5.8 seconds.
- No autonomous braking or collision warning, where the smart #3 has front and rear autonomous braking and collision warning.
- 10-inch touchscreen lacks the smart #3’s 12.8-inch display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
#3
- 268 hp and 343 Nm deliver a 5.8-second 0-100 km/h run.
- 22 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging, plus 3.3 kW V2L.
- Front and rear autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and auto parking.
- 370-litre boot is 221 litres smaller than the Peugeot 3008’s.
- Costs RM5,612 more and has RM260 annual road tax versus RM120.
- Four-year vehicle warranty is one year shorter than the Peugeot’s five-year cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM169,388✓ | RM175,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM260 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 165 hp | — |
| Torque | 240 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 343 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 49 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 325 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EAT6 | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds | 5.8 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 205 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,510 mm | 4,400 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,844 mm |
| Height | 1,628 mm | 1,556 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,730 mm | 2,785 mm |
| Weight | 1,492 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 53 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 591 litres✓ | 370 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact LX2 | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Flux Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Flux Alloy Wheels |
| 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 & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual 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 Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Headlamps | LED Reflector with Manual Levelling |
| Taillamps | LED with Sequential Indicators | 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 and Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Sunshade for Glass Roof |
| Audio | 10" Touchscreen with Arkamys 6 Speakers | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| 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 Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Entry | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with hands-free function | Yes, Powered |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | 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 | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 #3 FAQ
Is the Peugeot 3008 or smart #3 better?
The smart #3 is better for EV performance and driver assistance, with 268 hp, a 5.8-second sprint and front/rear autonomous braking. The Peugeot 3008 is better for luggage capacity, giving you 591 litres versus 370 litres.
What is the price difference?
The smart #3 costs RM5,612 more than the Peugeot 3008: RM175,000 against RM169,388. Its annual road tax is also RM260, compared with RM120 for the Peugeot.
Which one is better for carrying family luggage?
The Peugeot 3008 is the clear choice. Its 591-litre boot is 221 litres larger than the smart #3’s 370-litre compartment, while both are five-seat SUVs with 60:40 split-folding rear seats.