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Nissan Qashqai vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (205 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or Peugeot 408?

Nissan Qashqai vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Qashqai

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan Qashqai is moderately cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,512 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 408 offers moderately more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.2 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 408 delivers only slightly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Qashqai

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is marginally lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,544 kg. The difference is around 124 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries slightly more – 520 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 is far ahead 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 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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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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Reviews Nissan Qashqai

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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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Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 154 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,665 kg
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,425 mm
Length
-
Width
1,835 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,625 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,422 - 1,447 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
466 - 520 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the Nissan Qashqai?

The Nissan Qashqai is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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