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Peugeot 408 vs SERES 5 comparison

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?

Peugeot 408 vs SERES 5: Key differences

Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • considerably lighter
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SERES 5

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially 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:

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.

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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 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.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

£55,705
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SERES 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 585 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 430 km
Peugeot 408
SERES 5

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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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SERES 5

The 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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Peugeot 408
SERES 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Price
55,700 £
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
18.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Electric Range
430 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
2,360 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
367 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
371 - 456 kg
Payload
375 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Power HP
585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
940 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Power kW
430 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
SERES
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