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Kia Sportage vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Peugeot 408?

Kia Sportage vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

Kia Sportage

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • moderately more power
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Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely 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

Sportage

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Kia Sportage is visibly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,983 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.6 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 408 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 456 km, about 390 km more than the Kia Sportage.

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.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia Sportage offers moderately more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.2 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sportage delivers only slightly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Sportage

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 barely lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 1,552 kg. The difference is around 8 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries noticeably more – 580 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £35,100
408

Peugeot 408

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 240 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.6 - 5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 79 - 456 km
Kia Sportage
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage is a roomy, well-equipped compact SUV that balances comfort and practicality for daily driving. It delivers a modern interior, composed ride, and strong value for buyers who want versatility without fuss.

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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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Kia Sportage
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
67 - 177 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
533 - 580 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Peugeot
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