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Vauxhall Grandland vs Peugeot 408 – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Grandland or Peugeot 408?

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.

Vauxhall Grandland has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32600 £, while the Peugeot 408 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 2555 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Grandland manages with 2.60 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Peugeot 408 with 2.70 L. The difference is about 0.10 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 distinct more efficient than the Vauxhall Grandland with 17.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3 kWh.

As for range, the Vauxhall Grandland performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 694 km, about 239 km more than the Peugeot 408.

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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 Vauxhall Grandland has a evident edge – offering 325 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 100 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Grandland is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.10 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.20 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 408 performs slight better – reaching 233 km/h, while the Vauxhall Grandland tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Grandland pulls evident stronger with 509 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 149 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Peugeot 408 is slight lighter – 1544 kg compared to 1675 kg. The difference is around 131 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Grandland offers barely noticeable more room – 550 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Grandland performs slight better – up to 1645 L, which is about 62 L more than the Peugeot 408.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Grandland barely noticeable takes the win – 495 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

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Vauxhall Grandland

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.6 - 5.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 82 - 694 km
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Vauxhall Grandland

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The Opel Grandland feels like a sensible, well-rounded SUV — neat styling, a spacious cabin and a composed ride that turns daily driving into a quietly pleasant experience. It’s a smart choice for buyers who want modern tech, good economy and a dash of German practicality without shouting for attention.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
32600 - 51400 £
Price
35100 - 48000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
Electric Range
82 - 694 km
Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1675 - 2325 kg
Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 550 L
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Length
4650 mm
Length
4687 mm
Width
1905 - 1934 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1665 mm
Height
1478 mm
Max trunk capacity
1580 - 1645 L
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
Payload
425 - 495 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 325 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Torque
230 - 509 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Peugeot

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Is the Vauxhall Grandland offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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