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Mercedes T Class vs Peugeot 208 comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (23,000 £ vs 21,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes T Class or Peugeot 208?

Mercedes T Class vs Peugeot 208: Key differences

Mercedes T Class

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Peugeot 208

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  • very slightly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Peugeot 208 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Mercedes T Class costs 23,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,985 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 208 uses 4.5 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Mercedes T Class with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

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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 208 offers slightly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 208 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Mercedes T Class takes 11.6 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 270 Nm.

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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 208 is noticeably lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 391 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes T Class carries visibly more – 630 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 200 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 208 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 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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Mercedes T Class

The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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Derek Woolfson
20 May 2026, 17:10:55

Better all around

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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Mercedes T Class
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Costs and Consumption
Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 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
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Electric Range
363 - 432 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
135 - 167 g/km
co2
0 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
521 - 630 kg
Payload
380 - 430 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
Is the Mercedes T Class offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes T Class is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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