Compare performance (237 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (48200 £ vs 20700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes V Class or Peugeot 208?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Peugeot 208 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20700 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27482 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 208 manages with 4.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.10 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.
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 V Class has a noticeable edge – offering 237 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 81 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes V Class is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes V Class performs slight better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Peugeot 208 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes V Class pulls clearly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mercedes V Class offers somewhat more seating capacity – 6 vs 5.
In curb weight, Peugeot 208 is significantly lighter – 1165 kg compared to 2192 kg. The difference is around 1027 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes V Class offers decisively more room – 1410 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 1058 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes V Class performs decisively better – up to 5010 L, which is about 3847 L more than the Peugeot 208.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes V Class decisively takes the win – 908 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 478 kg.
Overall, the Mercedes V Class shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.
detailsThe 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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Price
48200 - 83300 £
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Price
20700 - 35200 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
362 - 432 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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co2
187 - 232 g/km
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co2
0 - 117 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
6
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2192 - 2464 kg
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Curb weight
1165 - 1530 kg
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Trunk capacity
610 - 1410 L
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Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
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Length
4895 - 5370 mm
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Length
4055 mm
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Width
1928 mm
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Width
1745 mm
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Height
1901 - 1908 mm
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Height
1430 mm
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Max trunk capacity
4200 - 5010 L
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Max trunk capacity
1118 - 1163 L
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Payload
636 - 908 kg
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Payload
380 - 430 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 237 HP
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Power HP
101 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
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Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
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Torque
370 - 500 Nm
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
120 - 174 kW
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Peugeot
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Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.