Peugeot 208 vs Tesla Model 3 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Costs and Efficiency: Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Peugeot 208 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20700 £, while the Tesla Model 3 costs 34300 £. That’s a price difference of around 13595 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Tesla Model 3: with 13.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the Peugeot 208 with 14.10 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.90 kWh.

As for range, the Tesla Model 3 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 702 km, about 270 km more than the Peugeot 208.

Engine and Performance: Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model 3 has a decisively edge – offering 460 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 304 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 5.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model 3 performs noticeable better – reaching 262 km/h, while the Peugeot 208 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 62 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 pulls clearly stronger with 660 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 390 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the Peugeot 208 is clearly lighter – 1165 kg compared to 1822 kg. The difference is around 657 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers significantly more room – 594 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 242 L.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 208 clearly perceptible takes the win – 430 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Our conclusion: The Tesla Model 3 proves to be dominates this comparison and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, Tesla Model 3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.