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Peugeot 208 vs Renault Austral comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 148 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or Renault Austral?

Peugeot 208 vs Renault Austral: Key differences

Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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Renault Austral

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly more trunk space
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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 Renault Austral costs 29,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,932 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 208 uses 4.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Renault Austral with 6.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

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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 Peugeot 208 offers barely more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 148 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 208 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Renault Austral takes 9.9 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 270 Nm.

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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 1,548 kg. The difference is around 383 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Austral offers clearly more boot space – 555 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 203 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Austral carries marginally more – 455 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 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

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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Renault Austral

The Renault Austral is a stylish, well-built crossover that blends a comfortable ride with a spacious, modern cabin. It combines everyday-friendly refinement and contemporary technology with a focus on safety and practicality, making it a sensible choice for drivers who want an all-round family car.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Price
29,900 - 34,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.4 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
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Curb weight
1,548 kg
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Trunk capacity
555 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
148 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
109 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3

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

The Peugeot 208 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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