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Peugeot 208 vs Kia Picanto comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 68 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 15,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or Kia Picanto?

Peugeot 208 vs Kia Picanto: Key differences

Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Kia Picanto

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  • markedly cheaper
  • very slightly 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

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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.

Kia Picanto is markedly cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the Peugeot 208 costs 21,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,905 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 208 uses 4.5 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 208 offers clearly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 208 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 208 delivers considerably more torque with 270 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 174 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Picanto is very slightly lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,165 kg. The difference is around 41 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 208 offers markedly more boot space – 352 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 208 carries clearly more – 430 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 98 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 208 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.

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Peugeot 208

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 363 - 432 km
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Peugeot 208

The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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Reviews Peugeot 208

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Labbe
21 Dec 2025, 15:16:45

Fuel consumption stated in the article — misleading. In town, on the highway, at least 7 L/100 km.

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Kia Picanto

Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
363 - 432 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
126 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Trunk capacity
255 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,595 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
253 - 332 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, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
68 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
96 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
50 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 208?

The Peugeot 208 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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