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BMW iX vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or Peugeot 408?

BMW iX vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

BMW iX

4.2 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • clearly 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

iX

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Peugeot 408 is significantly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,454 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 408 is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the BMW iX. That’s a difference of about 3.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW iX offers markedly more range – reaching up to 701 km, about 245 km more than the Peugeot 408.

408

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 iX offers significantly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 419 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.2 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX delivers clearly more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 655 Nm more.

iX

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 terms of curb weight, Peugeot 408 is clearly lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 2,525 kg. The difference is around 981 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX carries clearly more – 575 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 119 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX is far ahead overall 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 £71,600
iX

BMW iX

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 600 - 701 km
BMW iX
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW iX

The BMW iX arrives like a tech-rich luxury SUV that refuses to shout, offering a serene yet authoritative road presence that suits both city commutes and long-distance cruising. Inside, its minimalist cabin wraps high-quality materials and clever interfaces around a driver-focused layout, making it feel more like a forward-thinking lounge than just another electric appliance — and yes, it still delivers the dynamic driving character you'd expect from a BMW.

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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 iX
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
600 - 701 km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 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
2,525 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 575 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
700 - 1,015 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Peugeot
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