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Genesis GV80 vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (304 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (59,400 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis GV80 or Peugeot 408?

Genesis GV80 vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

Genesis GV80

  • markedly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably 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

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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 substantially cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,265 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 6.2 L/100km.

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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 Genesis GV80 offers markedly more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 64 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV80 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.9 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.2 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers markedly more torque with 588 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 228 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Genesis GV80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 408 is markedly lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 611 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries markedly more – 690 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 234 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 is decisively 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.

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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
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Genesis GV80

The Genesis GV80 feels like a boutique hotel on wheels, with striking looks and an interior that wraps you in plush materials and thoughtful details. It pairs a serenely composed ride with clever tech, making it the kind of luxury SUV that lets you enjoy the good life without shouting about the badge.

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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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Genesis GV80
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 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
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Battery Capacity
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co2
231 - 241 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,945 mm
Length
-
Width
1,975 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,715 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
660 - 690 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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
272 - 304 HP
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
Brand
Genesis
Brand
Peugeot
Is the Genesis GV80 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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