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Peugeot 208 vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or Peugeot 408?

Peugeot 208 vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • a bit 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:

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.

Peugeot 208 is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,135 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Peugeot 208 with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 208 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 14.7 kWh/100km for the Peugeot 408. That’s a difference of about 0.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 408 offers barely more range – reaching up to 456 km, about 24 km more than the Peugeot 208.

408

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 408 offers visibly more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 84 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.2 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 408 delivers markedly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

208

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 clearly lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,544 kg. The difference is around 379 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 408 carries marginally more – 456 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 holds a decisive overall lead 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 408

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 240 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.6 - 5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 79 - 456 km
Peugeot 208
Peugeot 408

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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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Peugeot 408

The Peugeot 408 blends a coupe-like roofline with practical sensibility, delivering striking looks and a surprisingly airy, premium-feeling cabin. On the road it prefers comfort and poise over manic thrills, making it a smart, stylish choice for buyers who want something a bit different from the usual family hatchback.

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Peugeot 208
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
363 - 432 km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Peugeot
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