Compare performance (225 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (35100 £ vs 37500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or Renault Rafale?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Peugeot 408 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35100 £ , while the Renault Rafale costs 37500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2425 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Rafale manages with 0.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Peugeot 408 with 2.70 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Peugeot 408 performs decisively better – achieving up to 455 km, about 358 km more than the Renault Rafale.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Renault Rafale 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 Renault Rafale is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 6.40 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.20 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 408 performs evident better – reaching 233 km/h, while the Renault Rafale tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Peugeot 408 is to a small extent lighter – 1544 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 190 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Renault Rafale offers to a small extent more room – 627 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 91 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Rafale performs somewhat better – up to 1910 L, which is about 327 L more than the Peugeot 408.
When it comes to payload, Peugeot 408 barely noticeable takes the win – 456 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.
The Renault Rafale 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.
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.
detailsThe Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
35100 - 48000 £
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Price
37500 - 49500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.6 - 5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
79 - 455 km
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Electric Range
97 km
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Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 114 g/km
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co2
14 - 109 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
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Curb weight
1734 - 2025 kg
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Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
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Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
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Length
4687 mm
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Length
4710 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Width
1886 mm
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Height
1478 mm
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Height
1613 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
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Max trunk capacity
1826 - 1910 L
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Payload
371 - 456 kg
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Payload
415 - 444 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
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Power HP
200 - 300 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Power kW
147 - 221 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, C
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
Renault
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The Peugeot 408 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.