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Peugeot 208 vs MG MG4 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 30,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or MG MG4?

Peugeot 208 vs MG MG4: Key differences

Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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MG MG4

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • somewhat 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Peugeot 208 is significantly cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the MG MG4 costs 30,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,566 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 208 is a bit more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 16.4 kWh/100km for the MG MG4. That’s a difference of about 2.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MG MG4 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 450 km, about 18 km more than the Peugeot 208.

MG4

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 MG MG4 offers noticeably more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG MG4 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 208 delivers only slightly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

208

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, Peugeot 208 is clearly lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,635 kg. The difference is around 470 kg.

When it comes to payload, the MG MG4 carries marginally more – 449 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 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.

from £21,000
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Peugeot 208

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, 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 : 362 - 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

4 (2 Reviews)
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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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MG MG4

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5 (2 Reviews)
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Angio
12 Jan 2026, 12:26:30

Superb

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Sal
23 Oct 2025, 20:41:36

I tried it today and found the car genuinely pleasant and comfortable to drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,000 - 35,200 £
Price
30,500 - 36,500 £
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
16.4 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
362 - 432 km
Electric Range
330 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Curb weight
1,635 - 1,695 kg
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,055 mm
Length
-
Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,836 mm
Height
1,430 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,118 - 1,163 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
389 - 449 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
170 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
125 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
MG
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 208?

The Peugeot 208 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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