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Peugeot 208 vs Nissan Micra comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 24,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or Nissan Micra?

Peugeot 208 vs Nissan Micra: Key differences

Peugeot 208

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  • moderately cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
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Nissan Micra

  • only slightly 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 moderately cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Nissan Micra costs 24,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,009 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 208 is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 14.2 kWh/100km for the Nissan Micra. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 208 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 432 km, about 16 km more than the Nissan Micra.

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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 Peugeot 208 offers only slightly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Micra is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 208 delivers very slightly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 208 is noticeably lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,452 kg. The difference is around 287 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 208 carries only slightly more – 430 kg compared to 408 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 208 is decisively ahead 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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Nissan Micra

The Nissan Micra is a compact hatchback renowned for its agile handling and city-friendly dimensions. With a design that blends sleek curves with a practical layout, it appeals to urban drivers who value style and efficiency. Inside, the car offers a surprising amount of room and useful tech features, making it both a convenient and comfortable ride for daily commutes.

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Peugeot 208
Nissan Micra

Costs and Consumption
Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Price
24,000 - 29,900 £
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
14.2 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
363 - 432 km
Electric Range
317 - 416 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
1,452 - 1,527 kg
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,774 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
403 - 408 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 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
Nissan
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 208?

The Peugeot 208 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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