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Peugeot 408 vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (225 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (35100 £ vs 31800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?

Peugeot 408

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31800 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3317 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 408 manages with 2.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe with 4.20 L. The difference is about 1.50 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 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe has a noticeable edge – offering 300 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.20 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Peugeot 408 tops out at 233 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pulls minimal stronger with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

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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, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is barely noticeable lighter – 1495 kg compared to 1544 kg. The difference is around 49 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers somewhat more room – 536 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 106 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe barely noticeable takes the win – 485 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot 408 proves to be has the upper hand and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 408 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Peugeot 408

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 5.1 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.80 kWh
  • Electric Range : 79 - 455 km
Peugeot 408
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

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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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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pairs sharp handling with surprising practicality, wearing BMW's sporty looks in a compact, city-friendly shell. It's ideal for buyers who want a premium driving experience without the fuss of something larger — all the attitude, none of the excess.

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Peugeot 408
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
35100 - 48000 £
Price
31800 - 51200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 114 g/km
co2
110 - 170 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
49 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
Curb weight
1495 - 1650 kg
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Length
4687 mm
Length
4546 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1800 mm
Height
1478 mm
Height
1445 mm
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
371 - 456 kg
Payload
455 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Max Speed
214 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Peugeot 408 have?

The Peugeot 408 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.