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Mazda CX-30 vs Peugeot 408 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (186 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (25200 £ vs 35100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-30 or Peugeot 408?

Mazda CX-30

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Peugeot 408

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda CX-30 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Peugeot 408 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 9883 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 408 manages with 2.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.

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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 Peugeot 408 has a a bit edge – offering 225 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 7.20 s, while the Mazda CX-30 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 408 performs a bit better – reaching 233 km/h, while the Mazda CX-30 tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 408 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 360 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, Mazda CX-30 is minimal lighter – 1455 kg compared to 1544 kg. The difference is around 89 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers a bit more room – 536 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 106 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 408 performs somewhat better – up to 1583 L, which is about 177 L more than the Mazda CX-30.

When it comes to payload, Mazda CX-30 minimal takes the win – 496 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Peugeot 408 shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £35,100
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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
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.80 kWh
  • Electric Range : 79 - 455 km
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Mazda CX-30

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The Mazda CX-30 blends sleek coupe-like lines with the practicality of a compact crossover, feeling more premium than its price tag suggests. It’s a joy to drive for anyone who likes a taut chassis and an interior that treats daily commutes like a small luxury escape.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
25200 - 36800 £
Price
35100 - 48000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
co2
129 - 148 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 - 51 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
1455 - 1587 kg
Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4687 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1478 mm
Max trunk capacity
1398 - 1406 L
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
Payload
458 - 496 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
191 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Peugeot

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What drive types are available for the Mazda CX-30?

The Mazda CX-30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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