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Lexus RC vs Peugeot 3008 comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Peugeot 3008?

Lexus RC vs Peugeot 3008: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • markedly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot 3008

3.5 (6 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Peugeot 3008 is considerably cheaper – starting at 36,800 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 45,514 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 3008 uses 2.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 9.4 L/100km.

3008

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus RC offers markedly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 139 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Peugeot 3008 takes 6 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers barely more torque with 520 Nm compared to 511 Nm. That’s about 9 Nm more.

RC

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Peugeot 3008 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 3008 is only slightly lighter – 1,648 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 67 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 3008 offers markedly more boot space – 520 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 154 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries a bit more – 535 kg compared to 467 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 3008 stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £36,800
3008

Peugeot 3008

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.4 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.9 - 17.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 81 - 698 km
Lexus RC
Peugeot 3008

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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Peugeot 3008

The Peugeot 3008 blends striking, modern styling with a comfortable, well-appointed interior that feels more premium than its class. It's practical and composed on the road, with clever storage and driver-focused tech that make it an easy choice for everyday family life or longer, relaxed drives.

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Lexus RC
Peugeot 3008

Costs and Consumption

Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
36,800 - 52,200 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.9 - 17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
81 - 698 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
268 g/km
co2
0 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
1,648 - 2,266 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 520 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
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Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
535 kg
Payload
432 - 467 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
145 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
520 Nm
Torque
230 - 511 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, B
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Peugeot
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