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Peugeot 208 vs Suzuki S-Cross comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 110 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 21,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or Suzuki S-Cross?

Peugeot 208 vs Suzuki S-Cross: Key differences

Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
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Suzuki S-Cross

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • slightly 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 only slightly cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Suzuki S-Cross costs 21,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 780 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 208 uses 4.5 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Suzuki S-Cross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

S-Cross

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 clearly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 208 delivers slightly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 235 Nm. That’s about 35 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 very slightly lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,280 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Suzuki S-Cross offers slightly more boot space – 430 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 78 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 208 carries very slightly more – 430 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 208 stands well ahead of its rival 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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Suzuki S-Cross

Costs and Consumption
Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Price
21,800 - 34,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 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
119 - 138 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
1,280 - 1,385 kg
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,785 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
395 - 405 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
110 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
235 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
81 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

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

The Peugeot 208 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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