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Audi A4 Avant vs Peugeot 408 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (470 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (37200 £ vs 35100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Peugeot 408?

Audi A4 Avant

Peugeot 408

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A4 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Peugeot 408 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35100 £ , while the Audi A4 Avant costs 37200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2125 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 408 manages with 2.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.80 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.

408

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A4 Avant has a decisively edge – offering 470 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.20 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A4 Avant performs distinct better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Peugeot 408 tops out at 233 km/h. The difference is around 67 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A4 Avant pulls noticeable stronger with 600 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm difference.

A4 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Peugeot 408 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1544 kg compared to 1595 kg. The difference is around 51 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers slight more room – 536 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 408 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1583 L, which is about 88 L more than the Audi A4 Avant.

When it comes to payload, Audi A4 Avant to a small extent takes the win – 565 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 109 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A4 Avant shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £37,200
A4 Avant

Audi A4 Avant

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 470 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 9.7 L
Audi A4 Avant
Peugeot 408

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Audi A4 Avant

The Audi A4 Avant blends elegant, understated styling with practical estate versatility, making it a polished choice for drivers who want both poise and generous cargo space. Inside, the cabin feels premium and tech-forward while the composed driving manners turn routine journeys into a quietly satisfying experience—exactly the sensible indulgence buyers will appreciate.

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Peugeot 408

The Peugeot 408 blends a coupe-like roofline with practical sensibility, delivering striking looks and a surprisingly airy, premium-feeling cabin. On the road it prefers comfort and poise over manic thrills, making it a smart, stylish choice for buyers who want something a bit different from the usual family hatchback.

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Audi A4 Avant
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

Price
37200 - 122500 £
Price
35100 - 48000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1595 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Length
4750 - 4782 mm
Length
4687 mm
Width
1842 - 1866 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1428 - 1493 mm
Height
1478 mm
Max trunk capacity
1495 L
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2894 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Peugeot
What drivetrain options does the Audi A4 Avant have?

The Audi A4 Avant is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.