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Hyundai i20 vs Peugeot 2008 comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (18,800 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or Peugeot 2008?

Hyundai i20 vs Peugeot 2008: Key differences

Hyundai i20

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  • visibly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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Peugeot 2008

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  • significantly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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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

i20

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai i20 is visibly cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the Peugeot 2008 costs 24,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,948 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 2008 uses 4.9 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Hyundai i20 with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

2008

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 2008 offers significantly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 66 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 2008 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 2008 delivers markedly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 98 Nm more.

i20

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, Hyundai i20 is a bit lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 1,263 kg. The difference is around 118 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 2008 offers somewhat more boot space – 434 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i20 carries marginally more – 465 kg compared to 447 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 2008 stands well ahead of its rival 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 2008

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 405 km
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Hyundai i20

The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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Jason
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Bought an i20 two years ago and It has surprised me how good It is.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Price
24,800 - 40,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
405 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
128 - 129 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Curb weight
1,263 - 1,623 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
434 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
407 - 447 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
172 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Peugeot
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i20 have?

The Hyundai i20 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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