Verdict
At RM169,388, the Peugeot 3008 undercuts the Subaru Crosstrek by RM21,400, while its RM120 annual road tax is RM318 less. It also brings 165 hp and 240 Nm against 154 hp and 196 Nm, a quoted 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time, and a far larger 591-litre boot versus 315 litres. The Crosstrek counters with all-wheel drive, autonomous braking, collision warning and adaptive cruise control with stop and go. For a Malaysian buyer carrying luggage, the Peugeot is the sharper value; the Subaru’s safety and drivetrain case is real.
Pick the Peugeot 3008 if you want the lower entry price, stronger 165 hp/240 Nm output and a 591-litre boot.
Pick the Subaru Crosstrek if all-wheel drive, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control matter more than cargo space and running costs.
Key differences
- Price: Peugeot 3008 RM169,388; Subaru Crosstrek RM190,788.
- Engine output: Peugeot 3008 165 hp and 240 Nm; Subaru Crosstrek 154 hp and 196 Nm.
- Driveline: Peugeot 3008 front-wheel drive; Subaru Crosstrek all-wheel drive.
- Boot space: Peugeot 3008 591 litres; Subaru Crosstrek 315 litres.
- Annual road tax: Peugeot 3008 RM120; Subaru Crosstrek RM438.
- Rear suspension: Peugeot 3008 torsion beam; Subaru Crosstrek double wishbones.
3008
- 165 hp and 240 Nm, with a quoted 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 591-litre boot and 2,730 mm wheelbase.
- Hands-free powered tailgate and six front plus six rear parking sensors.
- No autonomous braking or collision warning; the Crosstrek has both.
- Front-wheel drive instead of the Crosstrek’s all-wheel drive.
- 53-litre fuel tank, 10 litres smaller than the Crosstrek’s.
Crosstrek
- All-wheel drive.
- Autonomous braking, collision warning and adaptive cruise control with stop and go.
- 360-degree view monitor and driver’s seat memory.
- 315-litre boot, 276 litres smaller than the Peugeot’s.
- 154 hp and 196 Nm, down on the Peugeot’s 165 hp and 240 Nm.
- RM438 annual road tax versus RM120 for the Peugeot.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM169,388✓ | RM190,788 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM438 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-Valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with direct injection and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 165 hp✓ | 154 hp |
| Torque | 240 Nm✓ | 196 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EAT6 | Lineartronic |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 7 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 205 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,510 mm | 4,480 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,628 mm | 1,575 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,730 mm | 2,670 mm |
| Weight | 1,492 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 53 litres | 63 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 591 litres✓ | 315 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact LX2 | Falken Ziex ZE001A A/S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Passenger Seat Cushion |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Headlamps | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED with Sequential Indicators | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with 6-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Roof | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10" Touchscreen with Arkamys 6 Speakers | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Entry | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with hands-free function | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charging Tray | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used 3008 & Crosstrek for sale
3008 vs Crosstrek FAQ
Is the Peugeot 3008 or Subaru Crosstrek better?
The Peugeot 3008 is the better buy for lower cost, stronger output and much more luggage space. Choose the Subaru Crosstrek if all-wheel drive and its extra active-safety equipment are your priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 3008 costs RM169,388 and the Subaru Crosstrek costs RM190,788, so the Crosstrek is RM21,400 more expensive.
Does the Subaru Crosstrek have better safety equipment?
Yes. Both have blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist and six airbags or more, but the Crosstrek adds autonomous braking, collision warning, a driver knee airbag and a front passenger seat-cushion airbag.
