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Peugeot 408 vs Skoda Kamiq – Differences & prices compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or Skoda Kamiq?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Skoda Kamiq has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21700 £, while the Peugeot 408 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 13406 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 408 manages with 2.70 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Skoda Kamiq with 5.30 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

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 slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.20 s, while the Skoda Kamiq takes 8.10 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 408 performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 233 km/h, while the Skoda Kamiq tops out at 216 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 408 pulls noticeable stronger with 360 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Skoda Kamiq is evident lighter – 1231 kg compared to 1544 kg. The difference is around 313 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers clearly perceptible more room – 536 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 136 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 408 performs a bit better – up to 1583 L, which is about 188 L more than the Skoda Kamiq.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kamiq to a small extent takes the win – 539 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot 408 proves to be dominates this comparison 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

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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Skoda Kamiq

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The Skoda Kamiq is a neatly packaged city crossover that pairs practical space with unshowy, thoughtful design. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and full of clever details that make daily driving feel intelligently sorted rather than flashy.

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Peugeot 408
Skoda Kamiq
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Costs and Consumption

Price
35100 - 48000 £
Price
21700 - 31900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 114 g/km
co2
121 - 128 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
1231 - 1340 kg
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
4687 mm
Length
4241 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1793 mm
Height
1478 mm
Height
1562 mm
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
Max trunk capacity
1395 L
Payload
371 - 456 kg
Payload
439 - 539 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
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
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Max Speed
183 - 216 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Peugeot 408 have?

The Peugeot 408 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.