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Peugeot 2008 vs Kia Seltos comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (24,800 £ vs 29,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 2008 or Kia Seltos?

Peugeot 2008 vs Kia Seltos: Key differences

Peugeot 2008

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  • a bit cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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Kia Seltos

  • moderately more power
  • moderately more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Peugeot 2008 is a bit cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Kia Seltos costs 29,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,543 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 2008 uses 4.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Kia Seltos with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

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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 Kia Seltos offers moderately more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 2008 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Kia Seltos takes 8.8 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 2008 delivers barely more torque with 270 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm more.

2008

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, Peugeot 2008 is slightly lighter – 1,263 kg compared to 1,515 kg. The difference is around 252 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Seltos offers moderately more boot space – 536 L compared to 434 L. That’s a difference of about 102 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Seltos carries only slightly more – 495 kg compared to 447 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 2008 is clearly superior 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.

from £24,800
2008

Peugeot 2008

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 405 km
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Peugeot 2008

The Peugeot 2008 is a compact crossover that blends sharp French styling with a practical, high-riding layout, giving it more presence and versatility than a typical small hatchback. Inside it offers a clever, user-friendly cabin with sensible storage and modern infotainment, while a composed ride and efficient powertrains make it well suited to both city errands and longer journeys.

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Kia Seltos

The Kia Seltos is a stylish and practical compact SUV that balances urban-friendly dimensions with a confident road presence. Inside it feels thoughtfully laid out with comfortable seating and a composed ride that suits daily driving and light adventure.

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Kia Seltos

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,800 - 40,400 £
Price
29,300 - 38,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
405 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 129 g/km
co2
156 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,263 - 1,623 kg
Curb weight
1,515 - 1,620 kg
Trunk capacity
434 L
Trunk capacity
536 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
407 - 447 kg
Payload
485 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 2008?

The Peugeot 2008 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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