Volvo EX30 vs Peugeot 2008
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Volvo EX30

$49,990 - $62,990

2026 price

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Peugeot 2008

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Summary

2026 Volvo EX30

2024 Peugeot 2008

By Marcus Craft

By Dom Tripolone

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Not Applicable, 0.0L

Turbo 3, 1.2L

Fuel Type

Electric

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Fuel Efficiency

0.0L/100km (combined)

6.5L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Decent on all surfaces
Impressive AWD capability
Free five-year/150,000km servicing plan

Good looks
Charming engine
Affordable servicing

Dislikes

19-inch rims
Squeeze back seat
No cover on panoramic glass roof

Stiff suspension
High price
Driver display hard to see

2026 Volvo EX30 Summary

The EX30 Cross Country is the new adventure-focussed top-shelf variant in Volvo’s small electric SUV line-up.

This five-seat compact crossover has a dual-motor electric set-up, all-wheel drive, raised suspension, more ground clearance than a regular EX30 and an exterior that more than hints at its off-road aspirations.

But just how much potential does this Cross Country have as an all-wheel drive adventure machine?

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2024 Peugeot 2008 Summary

Looks are subjective but Peugeot’s updated 2008 small SUV is good looking from every angle.

The update brings a raft of design tweaks and some tech upgrades, but mechanically there isn’t anything new.

It’s not a cheap car and its diminutive size might scare off some buyers who can cross-shop cheaper and more value focused alternatives from mainstream Japanese and Korean brands.

We are driving the range-topping 2008 GT variant to find out if it’s more than just a pretty face.

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Verdict

There’s a lot to like about the Volvo EX30 Cross Country. It’s an impressive AWD EV. Nice to drive, comfortable and offering the extra driver confidence an AWD system brings.

It also looks good, has a decent stack of features onboard and has plenty of appeal for owners, especially in terms of servicing costs.

As an EV tourer, it has a reasonable driving range and offers enough in terms of AWD flexibility to appeal to those people who may like the idea of an all-electric adventure machine.

But it is small, has a limited scope of off-road capability and pricing is ranging upward for what it offers.

Verdict

The Peugeot 2008 is a handsome and accomplished little SUV that’s fun to drive and has a cabin that feels a little bit special.

In reality the 2008 is too expensive and isn’t as practical as most of the mainstream compact SUVs.

This is the car you buy with your heart, not with your head.

Volvo EX30 vs Peugeot 2008 What's the difference?

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Volvo EX30 vs Peugeot 2008
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