Lexus RX vs Peugeot 5008 – Which car suits you better?

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

Costs and Efficiency: Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Peugeot 5008 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37600 £, while the Lexus RX costs 63500 £. That’s a price difference of around 25920 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 5008 manages with 1 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Lexus RX with 1.10 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Peugeot 5008 performs decisively better – achieving up to 674 km, about 606 km more than the Lexus RX.

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 RX has a slightly edge – offering 371 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.20 s, while the Peugeot 5008 takes 6.50 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 5008 performs minimal better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Lexus RX tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 551 Nm compared to 511 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

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 5008 offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, the Peugeot 5008 is slightly lighter – 1700 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 340 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 5008 offers decisively more room – 994 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 533 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 5008 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 2310 L, which is about 632 L more than the Lexus RX.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 5008 a bit takes the win – 699 kg compared to 620 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

All in all, the Peugeot 5008 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.