Compare performance (225 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 32,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or Kia PV5?
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.
Kia PV5 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 32,800 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,297 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 408 is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the Kia PV5. That’s a difference of about 4.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Peugeot 408 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 39 km more than the Kia PV5.
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 Peugeot 408 offers clearly more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.2 s, while the Kia PV5 takes 10.6 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 408 delivers visibly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Peugeot 408 is noticeably lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 1,860 kg. The difference is around 316 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia PV5 offers significantly more boot space – 1,330 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 794 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia PV5 carries substantially more – 790 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 334 kg.
The Peugeot 408 stands well ahead of its rival 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.
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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detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
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Price
32,800 - 38,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
79 - 455 km
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Electric Range
295 - 416 km
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Battery Capacity
58.2 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 114 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
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Curb weight
1,860 - 2,145 kg
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Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
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Trunk capacity
1,330 L
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Length
4,687 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,848 mm
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Width
1,895 mm
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Height
1,478 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,528 - 1,583 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
371 - 456 kg
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Payload
455 - 790 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Power HP
121 - 163 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.2 s
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Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Torque
250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Power kW
89 - 120 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
Kia
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