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Peugeot 2008 vs VW Golf Variant - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (156 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (24500 £ vs 26100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 2008 or VW Golf Variant?

Peugeot 2008

VW Golf Variant

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Peugeot 2008 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the VW Golf Variant costs 26100 £. That’s a price difference of around 1676 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf Variant manages with 4.30 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Peugeot 2008 with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

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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 VW Golf Variant has a significantly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Peugeot 2008 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf Variant performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Peugeot 2008 tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 44 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf Variant pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 420 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Peugeot 2008 is slight lighter – 1263 kg compared to 1366 kg. The difference is around 103 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers noticeable more room – 611 L compared to 434 L. That’s a difference of about 177 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf Variant performs to a small extent better – up to 1642 L, which is about 175 L more than the Peugeot 2008.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf Variant to a small extent takes the win – 547 kg compared to 447 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Golf Variant proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Golf Variant is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £26,100
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VW Golf Variant

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 8.2 L
Peugeot 2008
VW Golf Variant

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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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VW Golf Variant

The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.

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Peugeot 2008
VW Golf Variant
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Costs and Consumption

Price
24500 - 40300 £
Price
26100 - 48700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.50 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
406 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 129 g/km
co2
114 - 185 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1263 - 1623 kg
Curb weight
1366 - 1621 kg
Trunk capacity
434 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
4304 mm
Length
4631 - 4651 mm
Width
1770 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1523 mm
Height
1462 - 1487 mm
Max trunk capacity
1467 L
Max trunk capacity
1624 - 1642 L
Payload
407 - 447 kg
Payload
489 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
150 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G, F, C
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
VW
Is the Peugeot 2008 offered with different drivetrains?

The Peugeot 2008 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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