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Peugeot 208 vs SEAT Ateca comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 25,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or SEAT Ateca?

Peugeot 208 vs SEAT Ateca: Key differences

Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter

SEAT Ateca

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Peugeot 208 is slightly cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the SEAT Ateca costs 25,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,123 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 208 uses 4.5 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the SEAT Ateca with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 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 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 Peugeot 208 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the SEAT Ateca takes 9 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 208 is a bit lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,345 kg. The difference is around 180 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Ateca offers markedly more boot space – 510 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 158 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Ateca carries moderately more – 525 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 208 holds a narrow 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 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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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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The SEAT Ateca blends sharp, purposeful styling with practical space that turns everyday errands into something a bit more enjoyable. It’s poised and engaging to drive for its segment, offers solid value, and has just enough personality to make you smile on the school run.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,000 - 35,200 £
Price
25,100 - 36,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
362 - 432 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
129 - 144 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Curb weight
1,345 - 1,514 kg
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
4,055 mm
Length
-
Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
1,430 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,118 - 1,163 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
516 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
116 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 11 s
Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
SEAT
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 208?

The Peugeot 208 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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