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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Peugeot 408 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (99400 £ vs 35100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Peugeot 408?

BMW 8 Series Convertible

Peugeot 408

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

8 Series Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Peugeot 408 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35100 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 64311 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 408 manages with 2.70 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Convertible with 6.90 L. The difference is about 4.20 L per 100 km.

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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 BMW 8 Series Convertible has a clearly edge – offering 625 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 400 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.20 s. That’s about 3.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 8 Series Convertible performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Peugeot 408 tops out at 233 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 8 Series Convertible pulls convincingly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 390 Nm difference.

8 Series Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Peugeot 408 offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Peugeot 408 is evident lighter – 1544 kg compared to 1915 kg. The difference is around 371 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers distinct more room – 536 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 186 L.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 408 hardly perceptible takes the win – 456 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot 408 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 408 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Peugeot 408

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 5.1 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.80 kWh
  • Electric Range : 79 - 455 km
BMW 8 Series Convertible
Peugeot 408

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BMW 8 Series Convertible

The BMW 8 Series Convertible is a head-turning grand tourer that drops its roof with the kind of theatrical flourish you expect from a modern Bavarian showboat. It wraps occupants in sumptuous materials and driver-focused polish, offering effortless long-distance comfort and just enough drama to make every arrival feel like an occasion.

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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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BMW 8 Series Convertible
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

Price
99400 - 165800 £
Price
35100 - 48000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1915 - 2125 kg
Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Length
4851 - 4867 mm
Length
4687 mm
Width
1902 - 1907 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1345 - 1353 mm
Height
1478 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the BMW 8 Series Convertible?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-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.