Verdict
The Neta Neta X costs RM119,900, undercutting the Peugeot 2008 by RM14,203 while bringing a 52.49-kWh battery, 401 km range and 508-litre boot. Its 2,770-mm wheelbase is 165 mm longer, and rear passengers also get air-con vents. The Peugeot answers with a 128-hp/230-Nm 1.2-litre turbo, 199 km/h top speed and a much fuller active-safety set, including AEB with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring and lane steering correction. Choose based on home charging and space needs versus petrol-trip convenience and safety equipment.
Pick the Neta Neta X if you can charge regularly and want 401 km of EV range, a 508-litre boot and more rear-seat space for less money.
Pick the Peugeot 2008 if you want petrol refuelling, 4-star Euro NCAP safety with AEB and blind-spot monitoring, plus a 199 km/h top speed.
Key differences
- Price: Neta Neta X RM119,900; Peugeot 2008 RM134,103.
- Powertrain: Neta Neta X 160 hp/210 Nm electric motor; Peugeot 2008 128 hp/230 Nm 1.2-litre turbo petrol.
- Size: Neta Neta X 4,619 mm long with a 2,770-mm wheelbase; Peugeot 2008 4,300 mm and 2,605 mm.
- Boot space: Neta Neta X 508 litres; Peugeot 2008 405 litres.
- Top speed: Neta Neta X 150 km/h; Peugeot 2008 199 km/h.
- Rear suspension: Neta Neta X multi-link; Peugeot 2008 torsion beam.
Neta X
- 401 km EV range from a 52.49-kWh battery.
- 508-litre boot and 2,770-mm wheelbase.
- Powered driver’s seat, panoramic sliding sunroof and 360-degree camera.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot information or lane-keeping assist where the Peugeot gets all three.
- 150 km/h top speed trails the Peugeot’s 199 km/h.
- RM100 annual road tax is higher than the Peugeot’s RM85.
2008
- AEB with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring and lane steering correction.
- 128-hp/230-Nm turbo petrol engine with EAT6 automatic.
- 4-star Euro NCAP rating and six parking sensors front and rear.
- 405-litre boot is 103 litres smaller than the Neta’s.
- No rear air-con vents, panoramic sunroof or powered driver’s seat.
- Shorter 100,000-km vehicle warranty versus 150,000 km for the Neta.
What the Neta X has over the 2008
What the 2008 has over the Neta X
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Neta X's wheelbase is 165 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The Neta X is 90 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the Neta X: 508 litres against 405.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,900✓ | RM134,103 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM100 | RM85✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,225/mo✓ | RM1,370/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,365✓ | RM3,734 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,163✓ | RM1,791 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM5.82✓ | RM8.96 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM23,142✓ | RM28,052 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 8.0 hours | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,199 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 128 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 75 mm × 90.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 160 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 210 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 52.49 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 401 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | EAT6 |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 4.5 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 199 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,619 mm | 4,300 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,770 mm | 2,605 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,225 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 41 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 508 litres✓ | 405 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Radial RP76 | — |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 24 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 16 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | — | 12 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 4 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 to 80 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector with Automatic High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver's Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Glass Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Navigation, Voice Control, Online Music Streaming and Apple CarPlay with 8 Speakers | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down Function | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Entry | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/180,000 km Battery Warranty | 3 Years/60,000 km Free Service |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Is the Neta Neta X or Peugeot 2008 better?
The Neta Neta X is the stronger space-and-EV choice, with 401 km range and a 508-litre boot. The Peugeot 2008 is better for buyers who need petrol convenience and want AEB, blind-spot monitoring and lane steering correction.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 2008 costs RM14,203 more than the Neta Neta X.
Which one has better safety equipment?
The Peugeot 2008 has the fuller safety kit: AEB with pedestrian detection, blind-spot information, collision warning and lane steering correction. It also carries a 4-star Euro NCAP rating. The Neta Neta X has six airbags and stability control but lacks those driver-assistance systems.
Which one is locally assembled?
The 2008 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Neta X is fully imported (CBU) from China. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.