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Audi Q8 vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or Peugeot 408?

Audi Q8 vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

Audi Q8

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  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot 408

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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • significantly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Peugeot 408 is clearly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,197 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Audi Q8 with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 408 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 456 km, about 376 km more than the Audi Q8.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q8 offers considerably more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 400 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.2 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers considerably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 490 Nm more.

Q8

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 408 is significantly lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 631 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries markedly more – 665 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 209 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 holds a narrow overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £77,300
Q8

Audi Q8

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 231 - 640 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 80 km
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Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 wraps coupe-like flair around a burly SUV stance, serving up a cabin dressed in premium materials and smart tech that puts comfort and swagger front and center. It’s composed and comfortable on long runs yet happy to play when asked, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want head-turning looks without surrendering everyday practicality.

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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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This is one of the most beautiful cars of our time, in an era when every brand churns out cookie‑cutter models — as long as they look like an SUV. It's comfortable, incredibly spacious, picks up nicely on the road and always makes a great impression everywhere ;)

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Costs and Consumption
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Peugeot
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q8 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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