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Mercedes SL Class vs Peugeot 2008 comparison

Compare performance (816 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (112,700 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes SL Class or Peugeot 2008?

Mercedes SL Class vs Peugeot 2008: Key differences

Mercedes SL Class

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot 2008

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably lighter
  • clearly 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

SL Class

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 2008 is considerably cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Mercedes SL Class costs 112,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 87,942 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 2008 uses 4.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes SL Class with 9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 2008 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 405 km, about 393 km more than the Mercedes SL Class.

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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 Mercedes SL Class offers considerably more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 660 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes SL Class is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.9 s, while the Peugeot 2008 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes SL Class delivers significantly more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 1,150 Nm more.

SL Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Peugeot 2008 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 2008 is considerably lighter – 1,263 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 547 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 2008 offers clearly more boot space – 434 L compared to 240 L. That’s a difference of about 194 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 2008 carries somewhat more – 447 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 72 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 2008 is clearly superior 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 2008

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 405 km
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Mercedes SL Class

The Mercedes SL blends timeless elegance with a cheeky sense of occasion, its retractable roof turning any commute into a small celebratory parade. Behind the wheel it behaves like a grown-up sports car that prefers comfort and presence over headline-grabbing bravado, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want to arrive in style.

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Peugeot 2008

The Peugeot 2008 is a compact crossover that blends sharp French styling with a practical, high-riding layout, giving it more presence and versatility than a typical small hatchback. Inside it offers a clever, user-friendly cabin with sensible storage and modern infotainment, while a composed ride and efficient powertrains make it well suited to both city errands and longer journeys.

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This review applies to the GT version; cheap glossy plastics in the interior, lack of physical, dedicated climate/vent controls, narrow trunk width. On the plus side, excellent suspension that soaks up all the bumps, especially on gravel roads.

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Mercedes SL Class
Peugeot 2008

Costs and Consumption
Price
112,700 - 219,300 £
Price
24,800 - 40,400 £
Consumption L/100km
9 - 13.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
12 km
Electric Range
405 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
206 - 309 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,195 kg
Curb weight
1,263 - 1,623 kg
Trunk capacity
110 - 240 L
Trunk capacity
434 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,915 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
145 - 375 kg
Payload
407 - 447 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
435 - 816 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 4.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
320 - 600 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the Mercedes SL Class?

The Mercedes SL Class is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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