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Peugeot 2008 vs Suzuki Jimny comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (24,800 £ vs 25,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 2008 or Suzuki Jimny?

Peugeot 2008 vs Suzuki Jimny: Key differences

Peugeot 2008

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Jimny

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly lighter
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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

2008

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.

Peugeot 2008 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Suzuki Jimny costs 25,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 515 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 2008 uses 4.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Suzuki Jimny with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

Jimny

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 Peugeot 2008 offers markedly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 2008 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Suzuki Jimny takes 12.8 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 2008 delivers significantly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 130 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

2008

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Peugeot 2008 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Jimny is only slightly lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,263 kg. The difference is around 98 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 2008 carries noticeably more – 447 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 177 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 2008 is far ahead overall 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 £24,800
2008

Peugeot 2008

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 405 km
Peugeot 2008
Suzuki Jimny

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Peugeot 2008

The Peugeot 2008 is a compact crossover that blends sharp French styling with a practical, high-riding layout, giving it more presence and versatility than a typical small hatchback. Inside it offers a clever, user-friendly cabin with sensible storage and modern infotainment, while a composed ride and efficient powertrains make it well suited to both city errands and longer journeys.

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Suzuki Jimny

Brimming with raucous charm and unabashed off-road spirit, the Suzuki Jimny makes light work of rough tracks while remaining surprisingly at home in city streets. It's a cheeky, no-nonsense companion for buyers who prefer character over conformity — think go-anywhere attitude in a pocket-sized package.

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Peugeot 2008
Suzuki Jimny

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,800 - 40,400 £
Price
25,300 - 27,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
405 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 129 g/km
co2
173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,263 - 1,623 kg
Curb weight
1,165 kg
Trunk capacity
434 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
3,645 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,645 mm
Height
-
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
863 L
Payload
407 - 447 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
75 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,462 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Suzuki
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