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Peugeot 208 vs Toyota Corolla - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (156 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (20700 £ vs 28600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or Toyota Corolla?

Peugeot 208

3 (1 Reviews)
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Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Peugeot 208 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20700 £ , while the Toyota Corolla costs 28600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7895 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla manages with 4.40 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Peugeot 208 with 4.50 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

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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 Toyota Corolla has a to a small extent edge – offering 178 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 208 performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Peugeot 208 is noticeable lighter – 1165 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Corolla offers slight more room – 361 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 208 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1163 L, which is about 111 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla minimal takes the win – 450 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 208 holds a decisive 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.

Peugeot 208
Toyota Corolla

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Peugeot 208

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 5.2 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.1 - 15.4 kWh
  • Electric Range : 362 - 432 km

Peugeot 208

3 (1 Reviews)
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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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Toyota Corolla

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The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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Peugeot 208
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
20700 - 35200 £
Price
28600 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L
Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
362 - 432 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 117 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1165 - 1530 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4055 mm
Length
4370 mm
Width
1745 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1430 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1118 - 1163 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 208?

The Peugeot 208 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.