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Kia Sportage vs Peugeot 408 – Which car suits you better?
Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Peugeot 408?
Sportage
@ Kia Corporation
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia Sportage has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £, while the Peugeot 408 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 4955 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 408 manages with 2.70 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 5 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.
408
@ Peugeot / Stellantis Media
Engine and Performance:
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 Kia Sportage has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 239 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.20 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.90 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 408 performs to a small extent better – reaching 233 km/h, while the Kia Sportage tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 408 pulls somewhat stronger with 360 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.
Sportage
@ Kia Corporation
Space and Everyday Use:
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 curb weight, Peugeot 408 is slight lighter – 1544 kg compared to 1552 kg. The difference is around 8 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Sportage offers hardly perceptible more room – 587 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 51 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs a bit better – up to 1776 L, which is about 193 L more than the Peugeot 408.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage clearly perceptible takes the win – 580 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Peugeot 408 proves to be offers a more balanced package and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 408 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £35,100
@ Peugeot / Stellantis Media
Peugeot 408
Kia Sportage
The Kia Sportage proves you don't have to choose between style and sensible family motoring, wrapping modern, confident looks around a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It's an easy car to live with — comfortable on daily runs, pleasantly engaging when you want a bit of fun, and kind to your wallet so you can keep smiling at the fuel pump.
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@ Kia Corporation
@ Kia Corporation
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@ Kia Corporation
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.
details
@ Peugeot / Stellantis Media
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Kia Sportage
Peugeot 408
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30200 - 43900 £
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Price
35100 - 48000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 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
-
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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
132 - 180 g/km
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co2
0 - 114 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 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
1552 - 1733 kg
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Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
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Length
4540 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
1645 mm
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Height
1478 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
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Payload
543 - 580 kg
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Payload
371 - 456 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic 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 - 239 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 - 203 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
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Torque
250 - 320 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 - 176 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
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Peugeot
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Is the Kia Sportage offered with different drivetrains?
The Kia Sportage is offered with 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.