Compare performance (218 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Peugeot 408?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Hyundai Kona is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,060 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the Peugeot 408. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers slightly more range – reaching up to 514 km, about 59 km more than the Peugeot 408.
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 408 offers only slightly more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.2 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.8 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 408 is noticeably faster – reaching 233 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 61 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 408 delivers visibly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is moderately lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,544 kg. The difference is around 174 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers moderately more boot space – 536 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 408 offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,583 L, about 283 L more than the Hyundai Kona.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries marginally more – 490 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.
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.
The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.
detailsThe 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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Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
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Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Electric Range
79 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
58.2 kWh
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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co2
0 - 114 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
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Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
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Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
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Length
4,687 mm
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Width
1,825 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Height
1,580 mm
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Height
1,478 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,528 - 1,583 L
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
371 - 456 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Peugeot
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