Peugeot 5008 vs SsangYong Rexton – Which model is better for everyday use?

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 barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37600 £, while the SsangYong Rexton costs 41100 £. That’s a price difference of around 3540 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 5008 manages with 1 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.20 L. The difference is about 7.20 L per 100 km.

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 5008 has a evident edge – offering 325 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 5008 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.60 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 5008 performs a bit better – reaching 220 km/h, while the SsangYong Rexton tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 5008 pulls somewhat stronger with 511 Nm compared to 441 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In curb weight, the Peugeot 5008 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1700 kg compared to 2145 kg. The difference is around 445 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 5008 offers noticeable more room – 994 L compared to 784 L. That’s a difference of about 210 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 5008 performs somewhat better – up to 2310 L, which is about 333 L more than the SsangYong Rexton.

When it comes to payload, SsangYong Rexton slight takes the win – 770 kg compared to 699 kg. That’s a difference of about 71 kg.

All in all, the Peugeot 5008 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.