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Mercedes EQT vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (27,800 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQT or Peugeot 408?

Mercedes EQT vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

Mercedes EQT

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  • visibly cheaper
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Peugeot 408

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  • substantially more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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

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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.

Mercedes EQT is visibly cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,343 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 408 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQT. That’s a difference of about 4.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 408 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 456 km, about 178 km more than the Mercedes EQT.

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 Peugeot 408 offers substantially more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 118 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 Mercedes EQT takes 12.6 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 408 delivers visibly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm more.

EQT

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 clearly lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 381 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQT carries moderately more – 531 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 holds a decisive overall lead 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
Mercedes EQT
Peugeot 408

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Mercedes EQT

The Mercedes EQT is Mercedes‑Benz’s compact electric people carrier that grafts the brand’s usual refinement onto a practical, family‑friendly van body. It makes school runs feel a little more upscale — quietly electric, sensibly packaged and unexpectedly pleasant to live with, especially if you like your practicality with a touch of luxury.

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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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Mercedes EQT
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
265 - 278 km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,023 kg
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
457 - 531 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
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
122 HP
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
132 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
245 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
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