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Jeep Compass vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or Peugeot 408?

Jeep Compass vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

Jeep Compass

2.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • marginally more electric range
  • only slightly more trunk space

Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately more efficient
  • a bit more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Compass

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Jeep Compass is very slightly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 917 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.7 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Jeep Compass with 3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 408 is a bit more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 17.5 kWh/100km for the Jeep Compass. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Jeep Compass offers marginally more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 45 km more than the Peugeot 408.

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.

Both models deliver identical power – 225 HP each.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7.2 s, while the Jeep Compass takes 8 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 408 is slightly faster – reaching 233 km/h, while the Jeep Compass tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 408 delivers marginally more torque with 360 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.

Compass

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 408 is only slightly lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 1,667 kg. The difference is around 123 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jeep Compass offers only slightly more boot space – 550 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 408 offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,583 L, about 22 L more than the Jeep Compass.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 comes out modestly 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.

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408

Peugeot 408

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 79 - 455 km
Jeep Compass
Peugeot 408

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Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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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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Jeep Compass
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
74 kWh
Battery Capacity
58.2 kWh
co2
0 - 130 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Length
4,552 mm
Length
4,687 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,675 mm
Height
1,478 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,561 L
Max trunk capacity
1,528 - 1,583 L
Payload
-
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
180 - 188 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Peugeot
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