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Peugeot 208 vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or smart #1?

Peugeot 208 vs smart #1: Key differences

Peugeot 208

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  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • considerably lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space

smart #1

  • significantly more power
  • barely more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the smart #1 costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,723 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 208 is a bit more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 16.8 kWh/100km for the smart #1. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #1 offers barely more range – reaching up to 440 km, about 8 km more than the Peugeot 208.

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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 smart #1 offers significantly more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 272 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 208 is very slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the smart #1 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers considerably more torque with 584 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 314 Nm more.

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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 considerably lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,780 kg. The difference is around 615 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 208 offers only slightly more boot space – 352 L compared to 323 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 208 offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,163 L, about 177 L more than the smart #1.

When it comes to payload, the smart #1 carries very slightly more – 470 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 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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smart #1

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 310 - 440 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

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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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smart #1

The Smart #1 feels like a breath of fresh air in the compact EV world, pairing playful styling with usable space and a cabin that punches above its size. It skips the fuss and delivers an easygoing, city-friendly driving experience with clever features that make it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for everyday motoring.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,000 - 35,200 £
Price
31,700 - 45,000 £
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
16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
362 - 432 km
Electric Range
310 - 440 km
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Curb weight
1,780 - 1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
Length
4,055 mm
Length
4,270 - 4,300 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,430 mm
Height
1,636 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,118 - 1,163 L
Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
425 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
smart
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 208?

The Peugeot 208 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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