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Peugeot 408 vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (240 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or Nissan Qashqai?

Peugeot 408 vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • very slightly 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:

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

Nissan Qashqai is a bit cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,512 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 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 a bit more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.2 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 408 delivers only slightly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

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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 terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is very slightly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,544 kg. The difference is around 124 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries slightly more – 516 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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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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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai is a compact crossover that blends everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed driving experience and a smart, well finished interior. It feels sensible and versatile for city life and longer trips, appealing to buyers who want a reliable, low fuss family car.

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Reviews Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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karol
3 Jun 2026, 20:17:58

Great car — it has everything you need. Others are still learning, e.g. folding mirrors, a double trunk, and it's well soundproofed.

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Nissan Qashqai

Costs and Consumption
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 114 g/km
co2
98 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
371 - 456 kg
Payload
446 - 516 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Nissan
What drivetrain options does the Peugeot 408 have?

The Peugeot 408 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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