Hyundai Bayon vs Peugeot 208 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

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.

Hyundai Bayon has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20100 £, while the Peugeot 208 costs 20700 £. That’s a price difference of around 625 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 208 manages with 4.50 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Hyundai Bayon with 5.40 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.

Engine and Performance: Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 208 has a distinct edge – offering 156 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 56 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 208 is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Hyundai Bayon takes 11.30 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 208 performs slightly better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Hyundai Bayon tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 21 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 208 pulls evident stronger with 270 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the Peugeot 208 is slight lighter – 1165 kg compared to 1170 kg. The difference is around 5 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Bayon offers slightly more room – 411 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 59 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Bayon performs slight better – up to 1205 L, which is about 42 L more than the Peugeot 208.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Bayon hardly perceptible takes the win – 465 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Our conclusion: The Peugeot 208 proves to be dominates this comparison and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, Peugeot 208 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.