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Peugeot 408 vs Alpine A390 – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Peugeot 408 meets Alpine A390.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Peugeot 408

Alpine A390

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 408 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35100 £, while the Alpine A390 costs 57900 £. That’s a price difference of around 22740 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Peugeot 408: with 14.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s noticeable more efficient than the Alpine A390 with 18.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.90 kWh.

As for range, the Alpine A390 performs somewhat better – achieving up to 555 km, about 100 km more than the Peugeot 408.

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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 Alpine A390 has a significantly edge – offering 470 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A390 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.20 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 408 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 233 km/h, while the Alpine A390 tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Alpine A390 pulls decisively stronger with 824 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 464 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Peugeot 408 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1544 kg compared to 2121 kg. The difference is around 577 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers barely noticeable more room – 536 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Alpine A390 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1643 L, which is about 60 L more than the Peugeot 408.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Alpine A390 shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Peugeot 408
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Alpine A390

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 400 - 470 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.7 - 19.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 515 - 555 km
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Peugeot 408

The Peugeot 408 blends a coupe-like roofline with practical sensibility, delivering striking looks and a surprisingly airy, premium-feeling cabin. On the road it prefers comfort and poise over manic thrills, making it a smart, stylish choice for buyers who want something a bit different from the usual family hatchback.

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Alpine A390

The Alpine A390 is the brand’s leap into the fast electric crossover arena, wrapping Dieppe’s lightweight ethos in a sleek, coupe-ish body with real everyday usability. If the steering and chassis feel echo the A110, this could be the enthusiast’s family EV—subtle, sharp, and très chic, with enough theatre to make the school run feel like a pit lane exit.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35100 - 48000 £
Price
57900 - 66900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 19.8 kWh
Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Electric Range
515 - 555 km
Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
89 kWh
co2
0 - 114 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
Curb weight
2121 kg
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
4687 mm
Length
4615 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1885 mm
Height
1478 mm
Height
1532 mm
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
Max trunk capacity
1643 L
Payload
371 - 456 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
400 - 470 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 220 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
661 - 824 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
295 - 345 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Alpine

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What drivetrain options does the Peugeot 408 have?

The Peugeot 408 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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