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Peugeot 208 vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or Suzuki Vitara?

Peugeot 208 vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • marginally more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • barely lighter
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Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (9 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only 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

208

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Peugeot 208 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Suzuki Vitara costs 23,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,589 £.

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

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 208 is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 14.9 kWh/100km for the Suzuki Vitara. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 208 offers barely more range – reaching up to 432 km, about 6 km more than the Suzuki Vitara.

Vitara

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 Suzuki Vitara offers a bit more power – delivering 184 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Suzuki Vitara is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Suzuki Vitara delivers a bit more torque with 307 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 37 Nm more.

208

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 barely lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,255 kg. The difference is around 90 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Suzuki Vitara offers only slightly more boot space – 375 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 208 carries marginally more – 430 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Vitara holds a solid 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.

from £23,600
Vitara

Suzuki Vitara

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 344 - 426 km
Peugeot 208
Suzuki Vitara

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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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Suzuki Vitara

The Suzuki Vitara is a practical compact SUV that balances a comfortable, composed ride with easy-to-live-with interior space, making it well suited for daily driving and weekend getaways. It's widely praised for reliable engineering and sensible running costs, offering straightforward value to buyers who want a no-nonsense, economical crossover.

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Peugeot 208
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
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
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
363 - 432 km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
0 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
395 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Suzuki
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