Verdict
At RM134,103, the Peugeot 2008 is RM3,215 dearer than the RM130,888 Suzuki Fronx, but that gap brings 128 hp and 230 Nm against 100 hp and 138 Nm, plus a 405-litre boot versus 308 litres. Its 2,605-mm wheelbase is 85 mm longer, while the Fronx is 305 mm shorter for tighter urban spaces. The Suzuki counters with adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera and rear air vents. Choose based on space and urge, or city-friendly size and kit.
Pick the Peugeot 2008 if you want the stronger 128 hp/230 Nm drivetrain, a 405-litre boot and five-year warranty coverage.
Pick the Suzuki Fronx if adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera, rear air vents and a shorter 3,995-mm body matter more to you.
Key differences
- Performance: Peugeot 2008 has 128 hp and 230 Nm; Suzuki Fronx has 100 hp and 138 Nm.
- Size: Peugeot 2008 is 4,300 mm long with a 2,605-mm wheelbase; Suzuki Fronx is 3,995 mm long with a 2,520-mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: Peugeot 2008 has 405 litres; Suzuki Fronx has 308 litres.
- Wheels: Peugeot 2008 gets 17-inch alloys; Suzuki Fronx gets 16-inch alloys.
- Driver assistance: Peugeot 2008 has passive cruise control; Suzuki Fronx has adaptive cruise control.
- Warranty: Peugeot 2008 has a five-year/100,000-km warranty; Suzuki Fronx has a three-year/100,000-km warranty.
2008
- 128 hp and 230 Nm turbo engine
- 405-litre boot and 2,605-mm wheelbase
- 17-inch wheels, LED projector headlamps and auto wipers
- No rear air vents
- Passive rather than adaptive cruise control
- No 360-degree camera or head-up display
Fronx
- Adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera
- Rear air vents and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- 305 mm shorter body for urban parking
- 100 hp and 138 Nm trail the Peugeot
- 308-litre boot is 97 litres smaller
- Three-year warranty is two years shorter
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM134,103 | RM130,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM85✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing and Mild-hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,199 cc | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | 128 hp✓ | 100 hp |
| Torque | 230 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 75 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EAT6 | 6AT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 4.5 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 199 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,300 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,765 mm |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,605 mm | 2,520 mm |
| Weight | 1,225 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 41 litres | 37 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 405 litres✓ | 308 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Indonesia (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 4 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking | — |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 to 80 km/h) | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Automatic High Beam | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 6 Spekers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 3 Years/60,000 km Free Service | 5-year/100,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 2008 & Fronx for sale
2008 vs Fronx FAQ
Is the Peugeot 2008 or Suzuki Fronx better?
The Peugeot 2008 is the better choice for performance, luggage capacity and longer warranty cover. The Suzuki Fronx is better equipped for daily driving with adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera, rear air vents and a head-up display.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 2008 costs RM3,215 more than the Suzuki Fronx. The Peugeot is RM134,103, while the Fronx is RM130,888.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Peugeot 2008 has the larger boot at 405 litres, compared with 308 litres in the Suzuki Fronx. That is a 97-litre advantage for the Peugeot.
