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Peugeot 408 vs SEAT Ateca - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (225 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (35100 £ vs 25100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or SEAT Ateca?

Peugeot 408

SEAT Ateca

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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.

SEAT Ateca has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25100 £, while the Peugeot 408 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 10012 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 408 manages with 2.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the SEAT Ateca with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.

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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 has a noticeable edge – offering 225 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 7.20 s, while the SEAT Ateca takes 9 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 408 performs a bit better – reaching 233 km/h, while the SEAT Ateca tops out at 202 km/h. The difference is around 31 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: pulls stronger with compared to . That’s about difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, SEAT Ateca is slightly lighter – 1345 kg compared to 1544 kg. The difference is around 199 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers slight more room – 536 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Ateca performs barely noticeable better – up to 1604 L, which is about 21 L more than the Peugeot 408.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Ateca a bit takes the win – 525 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot 408 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 408 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £35,100
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Peugeot 408

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 5.1 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.80 kWh
  • Electric Range : 79 - 455 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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SEAT Ateca

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The SEAT Ateca blends sharp, purposeful styling with practical space that turns everyday errands into something a bit more enjoyable. It’s poised and engaging to drive for its segment, offers solid value, and has just enough personality to make you smile on the school run.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35100 - 48000 £
Price
25100 - 36900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 6.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 114 g/km
co2
129 - 144 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
Curb weight
1345 - 1514 kg
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
4687 mm
Length
4381 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
1478 mm
Height
1601 mm
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
Max trunk capacity
1604 L
Payload
371 - 456 kg
Payload
516 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
116 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 11 s
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Max Speed
183 - 202 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
SEAT

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What drivetrain options does the Peugeot 408 have?

The Peugeot 408 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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