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Vauxhall Frontera vs Peugeot 408 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (145 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (20500 £ vs 35100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Frontera or Peugeot 408?

Vauxhall Frontera

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Peugeot 408

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Frontera

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Vauxhall Frontera has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20500 £, while the Peugeot 408 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 14632 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 408 manages with 2.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 5.20 L. The difference is about 2.50 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 hardly perceptible more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 15.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh.

As for range, the Peugeot 408 performs a bit better – achieving up to 455 km, about 47 km more than the Vauxhall Frontera.

408

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 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 225 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 80 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7.20 s, while the Vauxhall Frontera takes 9 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 408 performs to a small extent better – reaching 233 km/h, while the Vauxhall Frontera tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 39 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 408 pulls noticeable stronger with 360 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

Frontera

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: Vauxhall Frontera offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is to a small extent lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1544 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers a bit more room – 536 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 76 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Frontera performs minimal better – up to 1600 L, which is about 17 L more than the Peugeot 408.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Frontera distinct takes the win – 644 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 188 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot 408 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 408 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £35,100
408

Peugeot 408

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 5.1 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.80 kWh
  • Electric Range : 79 - 455 km
Vauxhall Frontera
Peugeot 408

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Vauxhall Frontera

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The Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.

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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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Vauxhall Frontera
Peugeot 408
Frontera
408

Costs and Consumption

Price
20500 - 30000 £
Price
35100 - 48000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
Electric Range
305 - 408 km
Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
co2
0 - 119 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1344 - 1610 kg
Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Length
4385 mm
Length
4687 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1478 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
Payload
436 - 644 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 14.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
143 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Frontera?

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.