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Peugeot 408 vs Kia Seltos comparison

Compare performance (240 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 29,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or Kia Seltos?

Peugeot 408 vs Kia Seltos: Key differences

Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Seltos

  • moderately cheaper
  • barely lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Kia Seltos is moderately cheaper – starting at 29,300 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,812 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Kia Seltos with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 408 offers visibly more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.2 s, while the Kia Seltos takes 8.8 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 408 delivers visibly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.

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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 terms of curb weight, Kia Seltos is barely lighter – 1,515 kg compared to 1,544 kg. The difference is around 29 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Seltos carries barely more – 495 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 is decisively ahead 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.

from £35,100
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Peugeot 408

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 240 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.6 - 5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 79 - 456 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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Reviews Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Klaudia
15 Jan 2026, 19:46:29

This is one of the most beautiful cars of our time, in an era when every brand churns out cookie‑cutter models — as long as they look like an SUV. It's comfortable, incredibly spacious, picks up nicely on the road and always makes a great impression everywhere ;)

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Kia Seltos

The Kia Seltos is a stylish and practical compact SUV that balances urban-friendly dimensions with a confident road presence. Inside it feels thoughtfully laid out with comfortable seating and a composed ride that suits daily driving and light adventure.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Price
29,300 - 38,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 114 g/km
co2
156 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Curb weight
1,515 - 1,620 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
536 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
371 - 456 kg
Payload
485 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Power HP
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Peugeot 408 have?

The Peugeot 408 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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