Verdict
At RM186,288 against RM220,000, the Peugeot 5008 is RM33,712 cheaper and gives Malaysian families the big practical win: seven seats and 952 litres of boot space versus five seats and 452 litres. The Toyota bZ4X hits back as the quicker, more modern-feeling EV on paper, with 224 hp, 269 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 7.4 seconds, a 73.1 kWh battery and 525 km range. It also gets more active safety kit. The 5008 is the sensible hauler; the bZ4X is the pricier electric choice.
5008
Pick the Peugeot 5008 if you need seven seats, a much larger boot and the lower purchase price.
bZ4X
Pick the Toyota bZ4X if you want an EV with 525 km range, quicker acceleration and more driver assistance kit.
Key differences
- Price: Peugeot 5008 RM186,288; Toyota bZ4X RM220,000
- Powertrain: Peugeot 5008 1.6 litre turbo petrol with 165 hp and 240 Nm; Toyota bZ4X single electric motor with 224 hp and 269 Nm
- Acceleration: Peugeot 5008 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds; Toyota bZ4X 7.4 seconds
- Seats and boot: Peugeot 5008 has 7 seats and 952 litres; Toyota bZ4X has 5 seats and 452 litres
- Charging and range: Peugeot 5008 uses a 53 litre petrol tank; Toyota bZ4X has a 73.1 kWh battery, 525 km range, 22 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging
- Weight and top speed: Peugeot 5008 is 1,595 kg and 205 km/h; Toyota bZ4X is 2,020 kg and 160 km/h
5008
- Seven seats with three ISOFIX points in the middle row
- Much larger 952 litre boot
- Lower price by RM33,712
- Slower 0-100 km/h time at 8.9 seconds versus 7.4 seconds
- No autonomous braking or collision warning listed
- Passive cruise control only, not adaptive cruise control
bZ4X
- Quicker, with 224 hp, 269 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 7.4 seconds
- 525 km EV range with 22 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging
- Adds pre-collision braking, collision warning, adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and auto parking
- Costs RM33,712 more
- Only five seats and 452 litres of boot space
- No spare tyre; it gets a tyre repair kit
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 186,288✓ | RM 220,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-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 | — | 224 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 269 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Nickel Manganese Cobalt |
| Battery Capacity | — | 73.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 525 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 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 | 7.4 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 205 km/h✓ | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,670 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width | 1,855 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,655 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,840 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | 1,595 kg | 2,020 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 53 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 952 litres✓ | 452 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact LX2 | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" 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 Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front Centre, 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, Pre-collision Braking |
| 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 | 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 | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation & Driver's Side Memory |
| Rear Seats | 33:33:33 Split-folding Middle Row with Tray Tables, Slidable and Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Last Row | 1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 1 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered Panoramic Roof Shade |
| Audio | 10" Touchscreen with Arkamys 6 Speakers | 14" Display Audio with Touch Screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, 6-speaker 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 | 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 |
| 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 | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery, Inverter and PCU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120✓ | RM 200 |
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 bZ4X FAQ
Is the Peugeot 5008 or Toyota bZ4X better?
For family use, the Peugeot 5008 is better because it has seven seats, 952 litres of boot space and costs less. The Toyota bZ4X is better if you want EV performance, 525 km range and more active safety features.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota bZ4X costs RM220,000, while the Peugeot 5008 costs RM186,288. That makes the Toyota RM33,712 more expensive.
Which one is quicker?
The Toyota bZ4X is quicker. Its single electric motor gives 224 hp and 269 Nm, taking it from 0-100 km/h in 7.4 seconds. The Peugeot 5008 does the same sprint in 8.9 seconds.