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Hyundai i30 vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Peugeot 408?

Hyundai i30 vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

Hyundai i30

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
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Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

i30

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 i30 is substantially cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,560 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

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 offers noticeably more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 90 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.2 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 408 delivers clearly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

i30

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 i30 is somewhat lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 1,544 kg. The difference is around 229 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries marginally more – 485 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 is far ahead 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.

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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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Hyundai i30

The Hyundai i30 proves that sensible can also be stylish, offering a confident driving character wrapped in neat, modern design. It serves up a roomy, well-equipped cabin and composed ride that make everyday motoring feel like a clever purchase rather than a compromise.

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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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Reviews Peugeot 408

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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Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 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
134 - 142 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 485 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Peugeot
Is the Hyundai i30 offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai i30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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