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Hyundai Tucson vs Peugeot 208 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (31,300 £ vs 21,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Peugeot 208?

Hyundai Tucson vs Peugeot 208: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
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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

Tucson

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Peugeot 208 is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Hyundai Tucson costs 31,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,295 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Tucson uses 2.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Peugeot 208 with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 208 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 432 km, about 362 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

208

Engine and Performance:

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 Hyundai Tucson offers substantially more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 132 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Tucson delivers clearly more torque with 379 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 109 Nm more.

Tucson

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, Peugeot 208 is noticeably lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,542 kg. The difference is around 377 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers considerably more boot space – 620 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 268 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries visibly more – 545 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson stands out in the key areas 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.

from £31,300
Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 - 70 km
Hyundai Tucson
Peugeot 208

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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Peugeot 208

The 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.

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Hyundai Tucson
Peugeot 208

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
363 - 432 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
0 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
380 - 430 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Peugeot
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