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BMW X5 vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (77,600 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or Peugeot 408?

BMW X5 vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

BMW X5

3.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially 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

X5

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 BMW X5 costs 77,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,454 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.6 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the BMW X5 with 3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 408 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 456 km, about 351 km more than the BMW X5.

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 X5 offers substantially more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 385 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.2 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X5 delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 390 Nm more.

X5

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 substantially lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 696 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X5 carries markedly more – 705 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 249 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X5 comes out clearly ahead 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 £77,600
X5

BMW X5

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 298 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3 - 12.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 105 km
BMW X5
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

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BMW X5

The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.

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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 X5
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

Price
77,600 - 144,400 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
68 - 289 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
2,240 - 2,495 kg
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,004 - 2,015 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, 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
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 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
BMW
Brand
Peugeot
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