Global EV Comparison: DS 8 FWD vs Peugeot e-5008 98 kWh FWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The DS 8 FWD (2025-...) has a starting price of €57700, compared to the Peugeot e-5008 98 kWh Long Range FWD (2024-…), which starts at €55250.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | DS 8 FWD | Peugeot e-5008 98 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy | France |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €57700 | €55250 |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 7.2 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Peugeot e-5008 98 kWh Long Range FWD (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the DS 8 FWD (2025-...).
| Property | DS 8 FWD | Peugeot e-5008 98 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 572 km | 668 km |
| Range (GCC) | 486 km | 568 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 77 kWh | 101 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 74 kWh | 96.9 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.2 kWh/100 km | 17.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.57 km/kWh | 5.86 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.8 | 9 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 160 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | DS 8 FWD | Peugeot e-5008 98 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 160 kW | 160 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 6.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The DS 8 FWD (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | DS 8 FWD | Peugeot e-5008 98 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 191 kW | 170 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 256 hp | 228 hp |
| Motor Torque | 345 Nm | 345 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 s | 9.7 s |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.1 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The Peugeot e-5008 98 kWh Long Range FWD (2024-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the DS 8 FWD (2025-...).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | DS 8 FWD | Peugeot e-5008 98 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4834 mm | 4791 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2099 mm | 2108 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1920 mm | 1895 mm |
| Height | 1574 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2905 mm | 2901 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The DS 8 FWD (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Peugeot e-5008 98 kWh Long Range FWD (2024-…).
| Property | DS 8 FWD | Peugeot e-5008 98 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2132 kg | 2300 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 620 l | 748 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1815 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1460 kg | 1000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.7 | 7.8 |
