Compare performance (90 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (18600 £ vs 20700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or Peugeot 208?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Hyundai i20 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18600 £ , while the Peugeot 208 costs 20700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2082 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 208 manages with 4.50 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Hyundai i20 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 208 has a decisively edge – offering 156 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 66 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 i20 takes 11.50 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 208 pulls evident stronger with 270 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 98 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Hyundai i20 is slight lighter – 1145 kg compared to 1165 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.
Boot capacity is identical – both offer 352 L of storage.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai i20 minimal takes the win – 465 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.
The Peugeot 208 is clearly superior overall 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.
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.
detailsThe Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
18600 - 24000 £
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Price
20700 - 35200 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.70 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
362 - 432 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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co2
128 - 129 g/km
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co2
0 - 117 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1145 - 1170 kg
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Curb weight
1165 - 1530 kg
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Trunk capacity
352 L
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Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
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Length
-
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Length
4055 mm
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Width
1775 mm
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Width
1745 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1430 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1118 - 1163 L
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Payload
455 - 465 kg
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Payload
380 - 430 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
90 HP
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Power HP
101 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
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Torque
172 Nm
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
66 kW
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Peugeot
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The Hyundai i20 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.