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Vauxhall Astra vs Peugeot 5008 – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Vauxhall Astra or Peugeot 5008 fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Vauxhall Astra has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Peugeot 5008 costs 37600 £. That’s a price difference of around 12403 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Peugeot 5008 with 2.70 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Astra: with 15.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the Peugeot 5008 with 17.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.40 kWh.

As for range, the Peugeot 5008 performs distinct better – achieving up to 669 km, about 250 km more than the Vauxhall Astra.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 5008 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 325 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 100 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 5008 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.50 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Astra performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Peugeot 5008 tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 5008 pulls evident stronger with 511 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 151 Nm difference.

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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 evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is evident lighter – 1341 kg compared to 1700 kg. The difference is around 359 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers to a small extent more room – 422 L compared to 348 L. That’s a difference of about 74 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 5008 performs convincingly better – up to 2232 L, which is about 893 L more than the Vauxhall Astra.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 5008 noticeable takes the win – 640 kg compared to 509 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot 5008 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 5008 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £37,600
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Peugeot 5008

  • 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 : 2.7 - 5.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 78 - 669 km

Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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Peugeot 5008

The Peugeot 5008 blends Peugeot's sharp design with the space and versatility families actually need, wrapping clever packaging and a premium-feeling cabin in a crisp, SUV-like silhouette. It drives with more poise than you'd expect from a people carrier, serves up practical touches and flexible seating for everyday chaos, and still looks good when parked outside the school gates.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
25200 - 40500 £
Price
37600 - 54200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.6 kWh
Electric Range
82 - 419 km
Electric Range
78 - 669 km
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
0.4 - 96.9 kWh
co2
0 - 135 g/km
co2
0 - 127 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
Curb weight
1700 - 2344 kg
Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
294 - 348 L
Length
4374 mm
Length
4791 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1895 mm
Height
1432 - 1488 mm
Height
1694 mm
Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
Max trunk capacity
2178 - 2232 L
Payload
414 - 509 kg
Payload
596 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 225 HP
Power HP
145 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
230 - 511 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, B
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Astra?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.