Compare performance (240 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 55,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or SERES 5?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Peugeot 408 is clearly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the SERES 5 costs 55,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,588 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 408 is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the SERES 5. That’s a difference of about 3.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Peugeot 408 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 456 km, about 26 km more than the SERES 5.
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 SERES 5 offers substantially more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 345 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SERES 5 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.2 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the SERES 5 delivers clearly more torque with 940 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 580 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 408 is considerably lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 816 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 408 carries slightly more – 456 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 81 kg.
The SERES 5 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.
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 Seres 5 carves a convincing niche in the crowded compact crossover market with bold styling and a surprisingly upscale cabin that feels larger than its footprint suggests. It’s an easy, fuss-free choice for shoppers after modern EV practicality and sensible running costs, delivered with a friendly personality that won’t try to outshine more expensive rivals.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
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Price
55,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
79 - 456 km
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Electric Range
430 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 114 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
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Curb weight
2,360 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
367 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,848 mm
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Width
1,930 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
371 - 456 kg
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Payload
375 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 240 HP
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Power HP
585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Torque
940 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
107 - 176 kW
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Power kW
430 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
SERES
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