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Peugeot 208 vs Renault Twingo comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 82 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or Renault Twingo?

Peugeot 208 vs Renault Twingo: Key differences

Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Renault Twingo

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
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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.

Renault Twingo is noticeably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Peugeot 208 costs 21,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,925 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault Twingo is only slightly more efficient: consuming 13.1 kWh/100km compared to 14.1 kWh/100km for the Peugeot 208. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 208 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 432 km, about 170 km more than the Renault Twingo.

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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 Peugeot 208 offers substantially more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 208 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Renault Twingo takes 12.1 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 208 delivers markedly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 175 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Peugeot 208 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 208 is very slightly lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,275 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 208 carries clearly more – 430 kg compared to 320 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 208 is far ahead 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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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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eb
18 Apr 2026, 11:35:24

A nice little 5‑CV petrol car that, unfortunately, is no longer sold new.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Price
17,100 - 18,500 £
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
13.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
363 - 432 km
Electric Range
260 - 262 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,294 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
305 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
301 - 320 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
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
175 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
60 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
Renault
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 208?

The Peugeot 208 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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