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Vauxhall Vivaro vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Vivaro or Peugeot 408?

Vauxhall Vivaro vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • only slightly cheaper
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Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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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

Vivaro

Costs and Efficiency:

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 Vivaro is only slightly cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,916 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Vauxhall Vivaro with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 408 is substantially more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 23.7 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Vivaro. That’s a difference of about 9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 408 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 456 km, about 106 km more than the Vauxhall Vivaro.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Peugeot 408 offers markedly more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.2 s, while the Vauxhall Vivaro takes 10.6 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Vivaro delivers marginally more torque with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

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 Vivaro offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 408 is a bit lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 1,722 kg. The difference is around 178 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Vivaro carries significantly more – 1,226 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 770 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 stands well ahead of its rival 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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Vauxhall Vivaro

The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 45,700 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
222 - 350 km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 184 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3 - 9
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
872 - 1,226 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Peugeot
Is the Vauxhall Vivaro offered with different drivetrains?

The Vauxhall Vivaro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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