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Mazda CX-5 vs Peugeot 408 – Which car suits you better?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Mazda CX-5 or Peugeot 408?

Mazda CX-5

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Peugeot 408

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda CX-5 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £, while the Peugeot 408 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 5117 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 408 manages with 2.70 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 4.30 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Peugeot 408 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 225 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 84 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 7.20 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 408 performs to a small extent better – reaching 233 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 38 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 408 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 360 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 122 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Peugeot 408 is minimal lighter – 1544 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 85 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers barely noticeable more room – 583 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs evident better – up to 2019 L, which is about 436 L more than the Peugeot 408.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Peugeot 408 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.

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Peugeot 408

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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-5

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The Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.

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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
30000 - 39500 £
Price
35100 - 48000 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
co2
157 - 168 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 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
1629 - 1671 kg
Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
Trunk capacity
583 L
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Length
4690 mm
Length
4687 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1478 mm
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
Payload
-
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
141 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
195 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Torque
238 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
104 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

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

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What drivetrain options does the Mazda CX-5 have?

The Mazda CX-5 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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