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CUPRA Terramar vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (36900 £ vs 35100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Terramar or Peugeot 408?

CUPRA Terramar vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

CUPRA Terramar

5 (5 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • evident quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • slight more trunk space

Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely noticeable cheaper
  • decisively more electric range
  • minimal lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Terramar

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 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35100 £ , while the CUPRA Terramar costs 36900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1757 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Terramar manages with 1.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Peugeot 408 with 2.70 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 408 performs decisively better – achieving up to 455 km, about 337 km more than the CUPRA Terramar.

408

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 Terramar has a slightly edge – offering 272 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Terramar is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.20 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Terramar performs slight better – reaching 243 km/h, while the Peugeot 408 tops out at 233 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Terramar pulls slight stronger with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

Terramar

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 curb weight, Peugeot 408 is minimal lighter – 1544 kg compared to 1638 kg. The difference is around 94 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Terramar offers slight more room – 540 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Terramar to a small extent takes the win – 542 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Terramar sits just 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.

CUPRA Terramar
Peugeot 408

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Terramar

CUPRA Terramar

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 8.4 L
  • Electric Range : 118 km

CUPRA Terramar

5 (5 Reviews)
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The CUPRA Terramar is a sharply styled, sporty SUV that brings athletic handling and bold design to buyers who want performance with everyday usability. Inside, premium finishes meet driver-focused flair and family-friendly practicality, making it a tempting pick for anyone who wants thrills without turning their daily routine into a chore.

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Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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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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CUPRA Terramar
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

Price
36900 - 50600 £
Price
35100 - 48000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 8.4 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
Electric Range
118 km
Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
co2
36 - 191 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1638 - 1904 kg
Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Length
4519 mm
Length
4687 mm
Width
1869 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1586 mm
Height
1478 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
Payload
512 - 542 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
205 - 243 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Peugeot
What drivetrain options does the CUPRA Terramar have?

The CUPRA Terramar is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.