GAC Aion V vs Peugeot 2008

The GAC Aion V starts from $42,590 before on-road costs, while the Peugeot 2008 opens at $42,490. That makes the Peugeot 2008 the more affordable entry point by $100.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $46,849 and $46,739 respectively.

The GAC Aion V qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Peugeot 2008, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the GAC Aion V and Peugeot 2008 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the GAC Aion V and 93% for the Peugeot 2008.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The GAC Aion V packs more ADAS features with 9 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the Peugeot 2008.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the GAC Aion V and 6 in the Peugeot 2008. The GAC Aion V adds a 360-degree camera that the Peugeot 2008 misses.

The GAC Aion V features a 14.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 8.9-inch digital dash, while the Peugeot 2008 gets a 10-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GAC Aion V stands out with Apple CarPlay, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats and power tailgate that you will not find on the Peugeot 2008. The Peugeot 2008 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The GAC Aion V runs a pure electric powertrain producing 150kW and 210Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9 seconds.

The Peugeot 2008 lines up making 100kW and 230Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.3 seconds.

The GAC Aion V has the clear power advantage at 150kW vs 100kW. In the real-world sprint, the Peugeot 2008 is 0.7s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The GAC Aion V measures 4,605mm long on a 2,775mm wheelbase, 305mm longer than the Peugeot 2008 at 4,300mm (2,605mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GAC Aion V generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 427L in the GAC Aion V and 434L in the Peugeot 2008, giving the Peugeot 2008 a 7L advantage.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 8 years / 150,000km (GAC Aion V) vs 5 years / 200,000km (Peugeot 2008). The GAC Aion V has longer coverage.