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CUPRA Tavascan vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (42,800 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Tavascan or Peugeot 408?

CUPRA Tavascan vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

CUPRA Tavascan

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • only slightly 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

Tavascan

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 visibly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the CUPRA Tavascan costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,654 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 408 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the CUPRA Tavascan. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Tavascan offers moderately more range – reaching up to 557 km, about 101 km more than the Peugeot 408.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Tavascan offers markedly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 100 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Tavascan is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.2 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Tavascan delivers clearly more torque with 545 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm more.

Tavascan

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 clearly lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 2,096 kg. The difference is around 552 kg.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Tavascan carries moderately more – 518 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 62 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Tavascan stands well ahead of its rival 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 £42,800
Tavascan

CUPRA Tavascan

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 441 - 557 km
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CUPRA Tavascan

The Cupra Tavascan blends athletic styling with a premium, driver-focused cabin, giving the electric crossover a distinctly sporty character. It feels poised and engaging on the road while standing out with bold design cues and a modern, high-quality finish.

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Reviews CUPRA Tavascan

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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David
25 Apr 2026, 10:57:49

Both are very good. The range and energy consumption is beter in the cupra. The cupra is also more responsive and it handles beter. The Kia is more spacious and slightly beter tech wise. The Kia is more a family car.

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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
42,800 - 50,500 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
441 - 557 km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Battery Capacity
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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
2,096 - 2,273 kg
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
507 - 518 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Tavascan?

The CUPRA Tavascan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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