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Mazda MX-30 vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Peugeot 408?

Mazda MX-30 vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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  • a bit cheaper
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Peugeot 408

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  • visibly more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly 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

MX-30

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.

Mazda MX-30 is a bit cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,269 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 408 is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.3 kWh/100km for the Mazda MX-30. That’s a difference of about 3.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 408 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 456 km, about 371 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

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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 offers visibly more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.2 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

MX-30

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 terms of curb weight, Peugeot 408 is slightly lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 305 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 408 carries a bit more – 456 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 is far ahead overall 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 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
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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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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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Klaudia
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This is one of the most beautiful cars of our time, in an era when every brand churns out cookie‑cutter models — as long as they look like an SUV. It's comfortable, incredibly spacious, picks up nicely on the road and always makes a great impression everywhere ;)

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 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
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,395 mm
Length
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Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
402 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Peugeot
What drivetrain options does the Mazda MX-30 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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