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Peugeot 208 vs Leapmotor B05 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or Leapmotor B05?

Peugeot 208 vs Leapmotor B05: Key differences

Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • significantly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Leapmotor B05

  • clearly more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Peugeot 208 is moderately cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Leapmotor B05 costs 23,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,932 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 208 is moderately more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Leapmotor B05. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Leapmotor B05 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 482 km, about 50 km more than the Peugeot 208.

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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 Leapmotor B05 offers clearly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Leapmotor B05 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.7 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 208 delivers slightly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

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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 208 is significantly lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,775 kg. The difference is around 610 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 208 offers moderately more boot space – 352 L compared to 295 L. That’s a difference of about 57 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 208 carries moderately more – 430 kg compared to 370 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 208 has the upper hand 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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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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Leapmotor B05

Costs and Consumption
Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Price
23,900 - 27,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
363 - 432 km
Electric Range
401 - 482 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Curb weight
1,775 - 1,855 kg
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Trunk capacity
295 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
363 - 370 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Leapmotor
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 208?

The Peugeot 208 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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