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Mazda CX-80 vs Peugeot 208 comparison

Compare performance (327 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (49,300 £ vs 21,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-80 or Peugeot 208?

Mazda CX-80 vs Peugeot 208: Key differences

Mazda CX-80

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  • considerably more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot 208

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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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

CX-80

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.

Peugeot 208 is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Mazda CX-80 costs 49,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,346 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda CX-80 uses 4 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Peugeot 208 with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 208 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 432 km, about 372 km more than the Mazda CX-80.

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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 Mazda CX-80 offers considerably more power – delivering 327 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 171 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-80 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-80 delivers clearly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.

CX-80

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Mazda CX-80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 208 is considerably lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 2,131 kg. The difference is around 966 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 208 offers markedly more boot space – 352 L compared to 258 L. That’s a difference of about 94 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-80 carries clearly more – 650 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 220 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 208 is decisively 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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Peugeot 208

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 363 - 432 km
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Mazda CX-80

The Mazda CX-80 brings polished, near-premium styling and a cabin that feels far classier than its badge might imply. It steers with a composed, engaging character and packs the sensible practicality families want — with just enough flair to make school runs feel a little less ordinary.

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Reviews Mazda CX-80

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Lrs
3 May 2026, 21:06:02

Good chunk of steel on steroids

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Peugeot 208

The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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Labbe
21 Dec 2025, 15:16:45

Fuel consumption stated in the article — misleading. In town, on the highway, at least 7 L/100 km.

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Mazda CX-80
Peugeot 208

Costs and Consumption
Price
49,300 - 61,400 £
Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
60 km
Electric Range
363 - 432 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
91 - 146 g/km
co2
0 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,131 - 2,240 kg
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Trunk capacity
258 L
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
649 - 650 kg
Payload
380 - 430 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
254 - 327 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 550 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
187 - 241 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Peugeot
What drivetrain options does the Mazda CX-80 have?

The Mazda CX-80 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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