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Peugeot 408 vs Polestar 4 comparison

Compare performance (240 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or Polestar 4?

Peugeot 408 vs Polestar 4: Key differences

Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Polestar 4

4.8 (12 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 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.

Peugeot 408 is substantially cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,940 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 408 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 4. That’s a difference of about 3.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 164 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 Polestar 4 offers substantially more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 304 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.2 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 4 delivers substantially more torque with 686 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 326 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 408 is substantially lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 686 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 408 carries barely more – 456 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 4 is clearly superior overall 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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Polestar 4

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 590 - 620 km
Peugeot 408
Polestar 4

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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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Polestar 4

The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.

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Peugeot 408
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 114 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
371 - 456 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Polestar
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