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Peugeot 5008 vs VW Taigo comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (37,600 £ vs 19,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 5008 or VW Taigo?

Peugeot 5008 vs VW Taigo: Key differences

Peugeot 5008

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h

VW Taigo

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Taigo is significantly cheaper – starting at 19,900 £ , while the Peugeot 5008 costs 37,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,674 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 5008 uses 2.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the VW Taigo with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

Taigo

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 offers substantially more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 175 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 5008 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the VW Taigo takes 8.2 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 5008 delivers significantly more torque with 511 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 261 Nm more.

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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 more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Taigo is clearly lighter – 1,229 kg compared to 1,700 kg. The difference is around 471 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Taigo offers clearly more boot space – 440 L compared to 348 L. That’s a difference of about 92 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 5008 carries clearly more – 640 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 183 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 5008 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £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/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 78 - 669 km
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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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Reviews Peugeot 5008

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Gérard D
14 Dec 2025, 08:41:40

The family car par excellence: a big boot, three equal and adjustable seats in the second row, two extra easily accessible seats, an engine that’s more than adequate... everything is excellent except for the slightly high price.

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The VW Taigo brings coupe-like flair to the compact crossover scene with sharp styling and an interior that punches above its price, feeling smarter than you’d expect. It’s an easygoing daily companion that balances comfort and practicality with a playful wink, perfect for city drivers who want something livelier than a regular hatchback.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37,600 - 54,200 £
Price
19,900 - 31,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
78 - 669 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
0.4 - 96.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 127 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,700 - 2,344 kg
Curb weight
1,229 - 1,302 kg
Trunk capacity
294 - 348 L
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
4,791 mm
Length
-
Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,757 mm
Height
1,694 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,178 - 2,232 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
596 - 640 kg
Payload
448 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 325 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
170 - 198 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 511 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Peugeot 5008 have?

The Peugeot 5008 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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