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Honda Civic vs Peugeot 408 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (184 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (32500 £ vs 35100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Peugeot 408?

Honda Civic

Peugeot 408

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

Civic

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Honda Civic has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32500 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2632 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 408 manages with 2.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.70 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.

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 has a somewhat edge – offering 225 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.20 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 408 performs distinct better – reaching 233 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 408 pulls slightly stronger with 360 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm difference.

Civic

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 curb weight, Honda Civic is slight lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1544 kg. The difference is around 27 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers distinct more room – 536 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 126 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 408 performs noticeable better – up to 1583 L, which is about 363 L more than the Honda Civic.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 408 somewhat takes the win – 456 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 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.

Honda Civic
Peugeot 408

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408

Peugeot 408

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 5.1 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.80 kWh
  • Electric Range : 79 - 455 km

Honda Civic

The Honda Civic mixes practical daily usability with a surprisingly engaging driving character, wrapping clever interior design and dependable engineering in a tidy, modern package. It’s a smart buy for drivers who want sensible reliability, a bit of fun behind the wheel, and a shape that never looks like it’s trying too hard.

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Peugeot 408

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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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Honda Civic
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
35100 - 48000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4687 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1478 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
Brand
Honda
Brand
Peugeot
What drivetrain options does the Honda Civic have?

The Honda Civic is offered with Front-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.