Suzuki Vitara vs Honda HR-V vs Peugeot 2008 review | Head2Head

Small SUVs are extremely popular, combining off-roading capabilities with style, and comfort, so I've put three of these compact 4x4s against each other in a head to head group test. Will the Suzuki Vitara reign supreme with it's high tech cabin or will its Japanese compatriot, the Honda HR-V take the crown? Perhaps the Peugeot 2008 will surprise them both and dazzle with it's fun driving style. Stay tuned to find out what I really think of these small SUVs in this head to head review!

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[borkbirk]

Bought the Suzuki Vitara S AllGrip. Been driving it for about three weeks and I love it. Such a fun car to drive. And it works really well in bad weather conditions.

[boypazaway]

Vitara for the win for me!
Practicality: 👍👍👍👍
Style: 👍👍👍👍
Fuel Consumption: 👍👍👍👍👍
Driving and Maneuvering: 👍👍👍👍👍
Safety: 👍👍👍👍👍
Wind Noise: 👍👍👍 (Play some nice music this will be resolve).

[infiltrr]

4WD benefit comes in when driving in heavy snow. Vitara is perfect for that and you don't have to spend Land Cruiser money.

[fernandocabezas]

I owned a Suzuki before, and yes indeed it's always a fun car to drive.
Thanks Mat for giving me the right car options to buy.

[ProductofNZ]

I have driven the 1.6L and the 1.4L Vitara. Definitely take the 1.4L turbo. Might be a little more expensive but the pick-up is so much better with something like 20% more torque. For everyday usability, the 1.4L turbo is awesome.

[danuk]

I have the vitara and while I agree it is a bit plasticy how often do you rub your hand on the dash. other than that I agree it's fun to drive, cheap to buy and looks good which were the main selling points for myself.

[mihaiambrosa]

I allready ordered a Suzuki...simply the best.
cheers

[jonathananderson]

I’ve had a Vitara S for 6 months now. I average 48mpg over mixed driving. Suzuki have under played the performance, up to 60 its as quick as my 2012 C class coupe. A lot of journalists have recorded around 8.5 seconds 0-62. In Hungary, where it’s built, they reckon the engine output is closer to 165bhp rather than the advertised 138bhp. Drives like a warm hatch and you can forgive the dash materials and lightweight doors for that.

[ArnoGoldfinger]

I love my 2006 1.9 petrol Suzuki, but too many cup holders and not enough storage bins for stuff like 2 stroke oil and a can of petrol. The back seats are difficult to fully remove. Reliability has been excellent so far (6 MOTs and no repairs needed yet). I wouldn't describe it as fun but nearly every passenger has commented on how safe and comfortable they feel. Bought it because it felt so solid compared to Toyotas and Hondas I tested.

[lightsaberlordp]

I love Japanese cars because they're one of my favourites I always love both the Suzuki and Honda they're very reliable

[casteli]

To me of these 3 the Vitara wins hands down it's the best compact crossover 👍

[persyMG]

I have Peugeot 2008... and I don't really know HOW can you not set driving wheel in a proper position. I had absolutely no problem with that - nothing obscures the dials! And I find dial position being much better than the classic one.

[Theintruder]

Just bought a vitara 2018 model I was looking at the Peugeot 2008 but the vitaras cabin just seemed bigger and more spacious and the Vitara zips along really well.

[teammillcourtclimbing]

Ok so I’m biased I have a Vitara but I have tried all 3 and others. It was a replacement for my Jeep Cherokee, a proper off road vehicle. Only the Suzuki was any comparison and gets me everywhere off road I have to go.

[SagaAcademica]

I believe ppl buy awd cars mostly for uphill driving in winter time. I am surprised how carmakers can do stupid things like only touch climate controls, screens. Speaking on mobile while driving is illegal but messing with touch climate controls and looking down is ok.

[pavolkucera]

I have a Suzuki Vitara S all grip! I'm very satisfied with it!!! I've had a Peugeot for 6 years now and never a French

[RohanGNair]

EXTERIOR:Suzuki
INTERIOR: Honda
TECH: Peugeot
PRACTICALITY: Honda
SPACE AND COMFORT: Suzuki
PERFORMANCE: Suzuki
HANDLING: Suzuki
OVERALL: Suzuki Vitara

[JULIAN]

I just love watching reviews from this guy, just like this review i dont give a shit about these cars but i watched it

[Ghost]

You would see the advantages of 4x4 on snowy or slippery road, also on gravel or on some harder off-road, it makes very big difference, but great review by the way :)

[notagamer]

I love Suzuki, I bought myself an sx4 s-cross in november 18 and is great !