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Peugeot e-2008 vs VW ID.Polo
Selected trimAllure 54kWh 156Change trim246 mi · 54 kWh · £29,565
At a glance
In this comparison, Peugeot e-2008 leads on city driving, while the VW ID.Polo leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Peugeot e-2008 if...
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the VW ID.Polo if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.5p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The VW ID.Polo wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueVW
Peugeot
5.8
VW
6.3
Motorway RangeVW
Peugeot
4.3
VW
5.1
FamilyVW
Peugeot
5.9
VW
8.3
ChargingVW
Peugeot
1.5
VW
6.3
Cost Per MileVW
Peugeot
8
VW
9.8
City DrivingPeugeot
Peugeot
8.1
VW
7.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 | VW ID.PoloLife 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £29,565 | £23,945 (better) |
| Official range | 246 miles (better) | 204 miles |
| Boot space | 434 L | 441 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 23 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.1 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Peugeot e-2008
VW ID.Polo
Length
Peugeot e-20084,304mm
VW ID.Polo4,053mm-251mm
Width
Peugeot e-20081,770mm-46mm
VW ID.Polo1,816mm
Height
Peugeot e-20081,523mm-7mm
VW ID.Polo1,530mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 | VW ID.PoloLife 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,304 mm | 4,053 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,770 mm (better) | 1,816 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,987 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,523 mm | 1,530 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m (better) | 10.9 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 630 mm spare (better) | 584 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 | VW ID.PoloLife 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 434 L | 441 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1467 L (better) | 1240 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Peugeot e-2008
- At 4,304 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
VW ID.Polo
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Peugeot e-2008 Allure 54kWh 156 |  VW ID.Polo Life 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.30m | 4.05m-251mm |
| Width | 1.77m | 1.82m+46mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.99m | Not available |
| Height | 1.52m | 1.53m+7mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.60m | 2.59m-13mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 434L | 441L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1467L (better) | 1240L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m (better) | 10.9m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,548kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 54kWh (better) | 37kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 246 mi (better) | 204 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 90kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £29,565 | £23,945 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £28,065 (-£1,500) | £23,945 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2023+ | 2027+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 | VW ID.PoloLife 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 246 miles (better) | 204 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 205 miles (better) | 170 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 23 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 90 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 51 kWh (better) | 37 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 | VW ID.PoloLife 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.1 sec | Not available |
| Power | 115 kW (better) | 85 kW |
| Torque | 260 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Peugeot e-2008
Allure 54kWh 156
VW ID.Polo
Life 116PS
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Peugeot e-2008 Allure 54kWh 156
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users62%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 | VW ID.PoloLife 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Peugeot e-2008
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VW ID.Polo
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Peugeot e-2008
- £15,4902024Anchor CarsView
VW ID.Polo
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Peugeot e-2008 worth the extra £5,620 over the VW ID.Polo?
The Peugeot e-2008 costs £5,620 more than the VW ID.Polo. For that premium it adds 42 miles more WLTP range and 30 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the VW ID.Polo comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Peugeot e-2008 or the VW ID.Polo?
The VW ID.Polo is £5,620 cheaper to buy. The VW ID.Polo is cheaper to charge, roughly £120 a year versus £152 for the Peugeot e-2008, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the VW ID.Polo comes out roughly £5,780 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Peugeot e-2008 and VW ID.Polo like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 205 miles for the Peugeot e-2008 and 170 miles for the VW ID.Polo - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Peugeot e-2008 goes roughly 35 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Peugeot e-2008 or the VW ID.Polo?
The Peugeot e-2008 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 46 mm narrower than the VW ID.Polo. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 630 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-2008 and about 584 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.Polo. The Peugeot e-2008 also turns in a 0.5 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
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Data accuracy
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