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BMW X4 vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (510 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (51,900 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X4 or Peugeot 408?

BMW X4 vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

BMW X4

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

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly 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

X4

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Peugeot 408 is clearly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the BMW X4 costs 51,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,740 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW X4 with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X4 offers considerably more power – delivering 510 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 270 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X4 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 X4 delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm more.

X4

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 408 is markedly lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 1,875 kg. The difference is around 331 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X4 carries moderately more – 545 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 89 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X4 stands out in the key areas 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 £51,900
X4

BMW X4

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 510 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6 - 10.7 L/100km
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BMW X4

The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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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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4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Klaudia
15 Jan 2026, 19:46:29

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
51,900 - 93,000 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 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
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Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
156 - 244 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,875 - 2,095 kg
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,751 - 4,754 mm
Length
-
Width
1,918 - 1,938 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,621 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 545 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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
184 - 510 HP
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Peugeot
Is the BMW X4 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X4 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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