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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (26,900 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Transporter or Peugeot 408?

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • visibly cheaper
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Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
  • visibly 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

Sprinter Transporter

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 Sprinter Transporter is visibly cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,169 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 5.3 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 408 is significantly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 27.1 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter. That’s a difference of about 12.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 408 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 456 km, about 12 km more than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter.

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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 a bit more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter delivers a bit more torque with 450 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Peugeot 408 offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 408 is visibly lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 508 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries considerably more – 2,641 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,185 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 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 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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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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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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Reviews Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Klaudia
15 Jan 2026, 19:46:29

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
26,900 - 72,900 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 333 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Length
-
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
90 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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