Honda HR-V vs Peugeot 2008

The Honda HR-V starts from $32,900 before on-road costs, while the Peugeot 2008 opens at $42,490. That makes the Honda HR-V the more affordable entry point by $9,590.

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 $36,190 and $46,739 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

Both the Honda HR-V and Peugeot 2008 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 82% for the Honda HR-V and 93% for the Peugeot 2008.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Peugeot 2008 packs more ADAS features with 6 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 3 in the Honda HR-V.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the Honda HR-V and 6 in the Peugeot 2008.

The Honda HR-V features a 9-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the Peugeot 2008 gets a 10-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Honda HR-V stands out with Apple CarPlay and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Peugeot 2008. The Peugeot 2008 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging and Focal audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Honda HR-V uses a Petrol producing 96kW and 172Nm of torque, sent through a cvt to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.2 seconds.

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

The Peugeot 2008 has the clear power advantage at 100kW vs 96kW. In the real-world sprint, the Peugeot 2008 is 0.9s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Honda HR-V measures 4,345mm long on a 2,610mm wheelbase, 45mm longer than the Peugeot 2008 at 4,300mm (2,605mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Honda HR-V generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 339L in the Honda HR-V and 434L in the Peugeot 2008, giving the Peugeot 2008 a 95L advantage.

For towing, the Peugeot 2008 leads with a 1,100kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 100kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,539/year for the Honda HR-V and $1,625/year for the Peugeot 2008. That is a $86 annual difference in favour of the Honda HR-V.

Estimated annual total: $1,539 (Honda HR-V) vs $1,625 (Peugeot 2008). The Honda HR-V saves you roughly $86 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Honda HR-V) vs 5 years / 200,000km (Peugeot 2008). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: 5yr (Honda HR-V)—.