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Ford Puma vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (168 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (23,900 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Puma or Peugeot 408?

Ford Puma vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

Ford Puma

3 (11 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • a bit lighter
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Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Puma

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Ford Puma is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,203 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Ford Puma with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Puma is a bit more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 14.7 kWh/100km for the Peugeot 408. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 408 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 456 km, about 39 km more than the Ford Puma.

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 Peugeot 408 offers visibly more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 72 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.2 s, while the Ford Puma takes 7.4 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 408 delivers slightly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

Puma

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, Ford Puma is a bit lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 1,544 kg. The difference is around 228 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Puma carries marginally more – 469 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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408

Peugeot 408

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 240 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.6 - 5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 79 - 456 km
Ford Puma
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

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Ford Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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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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Ford Puma
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 135 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
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,805 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
367 - 469 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Peugeot
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