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Peugeot 2008 vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (24,800 £ vs 49,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 2008 or Volvo XC60?

Peugeot 2008 vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

Peugeot 2008

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially lighter

Volvo XC60

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space

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

2008

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Peugeot 2008 is considerably cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,429 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 2.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Peugeot 2008 with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 2008 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 406 km, about 324 km more than the Volvo XC60.

XC60

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 Volvo XC60 offers considerably more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 299 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Peugeot 2008 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 2008 is a bit faster – reaching 206 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers substantially more torque with 709 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 439 Nm more.

2008

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 2008 is substantially lighter – 1,263 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 637 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo XC60 offers slightly more boot space – 483 L compared to 434 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,543 L, about 76 L more than the Peugeot 2008.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries a bit more – 550 kg compared to 447 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC60 is clearly superior 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 £49,200
XC60

Volvo XC60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 74 - 82 km
Peugeot 2008
Volvo XC60

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Peugeot 2008

The Peugeot 2008 is a stylish, city-friendly crossover that packs big character into a compact package, turning mundane errands into a mildly entertaining drive. Its clever interior layout, polished looks and confident ride make it a smart choice for buyers who want practical daily sense with a touch of flair.

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Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Peugeot 2008
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,800 - 40,400 £
Price
49,200 - 75,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 - 15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
405 - 406 km
Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 129 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,263 - 1,623 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
434 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4,304 mm
Length
4,708 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
1,523 mm
Height
1,655 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,467 L
Max trunk capacity
1,543 L
Payload
407 - 447 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
150 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Volvo
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