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Peugeot 408 vs Renault Twingo comparison

Compare performance (240 HP vs 82 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or Renault Twingo?

Peugeot 408 vs Renault Twingo: Key differences

Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Twingo

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • clearly 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.

Renault Twingo is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,060 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault Twingo is somewhat more efficient: consuming 13.1 kWh/100km compared to 14.7 kWh/100km for the Peugeot 408. That’s a difference of about 1.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 408 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 456 km, about 194 km more than the Renault Twingo.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Peugeot 408 offers substantially more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 158 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.2 s, while the Renault Twingo takes 12.1 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 408 delivers clearly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 175 Nm. That’s about 185 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.

Seats: Peugeot 408 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Twingo is clearly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,544 kg. The difference is around 269 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 408 carries markedly more – 456 kg compared to 320 kg. That’s a difference of about 136 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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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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Renault Twingo

The Renault Twingo is a cheeky city car that turns tight streets and impossible parking spaces into an urban playground with its agile handling and compact footprint. It’s perfect for zipping around town thanks to clever interior packaging and a playful character, though buyers chasing long-distance comfort or huge luggage space should consider other options.

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4.1 (1 Reviews)
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eb
18 Apr 2026, 11:35:24

A nice little 5‑CV petrol car that, unfortunately, is no longer sold new.

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Peugeot 408
Renault Twingo

Costs and Consumption
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Price
17,100 - 18,500 £
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
13.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Electric Range
260 - 262 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 114 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,294 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
305 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
371 - 456 kg
Payload
301 - 320 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
175 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Power kW
60 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Peugeot 408 have?

The Peugeot 408 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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