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.
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26500 £, while the Peugeot 408 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 8640 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer manages with 2.30 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Peugeot 408 with 2.70 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Peugeot 408: with 14.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer with 15.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.80 kWh.
As for range, the Peugeot 408 performs minimal better – achieving up to 455 km, about 42 km more than the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the has a edge – offering compared to . That’s roughly more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 7.20 s, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer takes 7.60 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer performs slight better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Peugeot 408 tops out at 233 km/h. The difference is around 2 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: pulls stronger with compared to . That’s about difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is a bit lighter – 1394 kg compared to 1544 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers slightly more room – 597 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 61 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer performs barely noticeable better – up to 1634 L, which is about 51 L more than the Peugeot 408.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer slight takes the win – 497 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.
Overall, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer shows itself to be leads convincingly overall 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 Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
26500 - 41800 £
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Price
35100 - 48000 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
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Electric Range
81 - 413 km
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Electric Range
79 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
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Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
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co2
0 - 137 g/km
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co2
0 - 114 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1394 - 1760 kg
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Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
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Trunk capacity
516 - 597 L
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Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
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Length
4642 mm
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Length
4687 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Height
1443 - 1481 mm
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Height
1478 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1553 - 1634 L
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
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Payload
413 - 497 kg
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Payload
371 - 456 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 - 225 HP
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 11 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
96 - 165 kW
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
Peugeot
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.