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 Tucson has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30600 £, while the Peugeot 408 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 4483 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 1 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Peugeot 408 with 2.70 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Peugeot 408 performs clearly better – achieving up to 455 km, about 385 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.
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 has a to a small extent edge – offering 252 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.20 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.90 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 408 performs somewhat better – reaching 233 km/h, while the Hyundai Tucson tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 379 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 19 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is barely noticeable lighter – 1542 kg compared to 1544 kg. The difference is around 2 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers slightly more room – 620 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs somewhat better – up to 1799 L, which is about 216 L more than the Peugeot 408.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson a bit takes the win – 545 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 89 kg.
The Hyundai Tucson proves to be leads convincingly overall and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai Tucson is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.
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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30600 - 46300 £
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35100 - 48000 £
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Consumption L/100km
1 - 7.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
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Electric Range
64 - 70 km
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Electric Range
79 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
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co2
22 - 172 g/km
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co2
0 - 114 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
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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
1542 - 1889 kg
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Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
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Length
4510 - 4535 mm
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Length
4687 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Height
1650 mm
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Height
1478 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1721 - 1799 L
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
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Payload
523 - 545 kg
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Payload
371 - 456 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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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
136 - 252 HP
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
180 - 204 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 185 kW
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, F, D
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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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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.