Compare performance (225 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or Skoda Elroq?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Peugeot 408 is marginally cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Skoda Elroq costs 37,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,751 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 408 is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 15.2 kWh/100km for the Skoda Elroq. That’s a difference of about 0.4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Skoda Elroq offers visibly more range – reaching up to 573 km, about 118 km more than the Peugeot 408.
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 Skoda Elroq offers markedly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Elroq is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.2 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 408 is markedly faster – reaching 233 km/h, while the Skoda Elroq tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Elroq delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 319 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 408 is noticeably lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 2,133 kg. The difference is around 589 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers moderately more boot space – 536 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 408 offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,583 L, about 3 L more than the Skoda Elroq.
When it comes to payload, the Skoda Elroq carries a bit more – 517 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 61 kg.
The Skoda Elroq 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 Skoda Elroq is a cleverly packaged family SUV that mixes roomy practicality with sharp, modern looks, making it an easy pick for buyers who prefer common sense over flash. On the road it's composed and user-friendly, with thoughtful interior details that turn everyday driving into something pleasantly efficient — a sensible companion with a wink.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
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Price
37,900 - 45,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
79 - 455 km
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Electric Range
529 - 573 km
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Battery Capacity
58.2 kWh
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Battery Capacity
77 - 79 kWh
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co2
0 - 114 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
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Curb weight
2,133 - 2,268 kg
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Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Length
4,687 mm
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Length
4,488 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Width
1,884 mm
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Height
1,478 mm
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Height
1,608 - 1,625 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,528 - 1,583 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,580 L
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Payload
371 - 456 kg
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Payload
470 - 517 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
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Power HP
286 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 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
545 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Power kW
210 - 250 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
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
Skoda
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