Peugeot 5008 vs Suzuki eVitara
Verdict
The Peugeot 5008 is the bigger, more practical choice: seven seats, 4,670 mm length, 2,840 mm wheelbase and 952 litres of boot space dwarf the Suzuki eVitara’s five seats, 4,275 mm, 2,700 mm and 306 litres. The Suzuki answers with electric running: a 61.1 kWh battery, 426 km range, 172 hp and a marginally quicker 8.7-second 0-100 km/h time. Prices are almost level at RM186,288 versus RM188,000, so this is layout and usage, not budget.
Pick the Peugeot 5008 if you need seven seats, a much larger boot and petrol range flexibility.
Pick the Suzuki eVitara if you want an EV SUV with 426 km range, AEB and slightly stronger acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: Peugeot 5008 RM186,288; Suzuki eVitara RM188,000
- Seats: Peugeot 5008 7; Suzuki eVitara 5
- Power: Peugeot 5008 165 hp; Suzuki eVitara 172 hp
- 0-100 km/h: Peugeot 5008 8.9 s; Suzuki eVitara 8.7 s
- Top speed: Peugeot 5008 205 km/h; Suzuki eVitara 150 km/h
- Boot space: Peugeot 5008 952 L; Suzuki eVitara 306 L
5008
- Seven-seat cabin
- Huge 952-litre boot
- Higher 205 km/h top speed
- No auto emergency braking listed
- Uses petrol at 7.0 L/100 km
- Slightly slower 8.9 s 0-100 km/h
eVitara
- 426 km EV range
- Quicker 8.7 s 0-100 km/h
- Seven airbags and AEB
- Only five seats
- Small 306-litre boot
- Lower 150 km/h top speed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 186,288✓ | RM 188,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 165 hp | — |
| Torque | 240 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 193 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium Iron Phosphate |
| Battery Capacity | — | 61.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 426 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 67 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EAT6 | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 205 km/h✓ | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,670 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,855 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,655 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,840 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,595 kg | 1,788 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 53 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 952 litres✓ | 306 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact LX2 | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | India (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| 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 Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on three middle row passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Sequential Indicators | LED Combination |
| 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 | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 33:33:33 Split-folding Middle Row with Tray Tables, Slidable and Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Front Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Last Row | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 1 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10" Touchscreen with Arkamys 6 Speakers | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Infinity Sound System |
| 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 Push Button |
| 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 | Remote Control Activation |
| 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 | 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 | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km BEV Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 120 |
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.
5008 vs eVitara FAQ
Is the Peugeot 5008 or Suzuki eVitara better?
The Peugeot 5008 is better for family carrying with seven seats and 952 litres of boot space. The Suzuki eVitara is better if you want electric running, 426 km range and AEB.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki eVitara costs RM1,712 more than the Peugeot 5008. The gap is small, so the real decision is seven-seat petrol SUV against five-seat EV SUV.
Which one has more space?
The Peugeot 5008 has much more space. It is 395 mm longer, has a 140 mm longer wheelbase, seats two more people and carries 952 litres versus the Suzuki eVitara’s 306 litres.