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Peugeot 408 vs Skoda Kodiaq – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Peugeot 408 or Skoda Kodiaq fits your lifestyle better.

Peugeot 408

Skoda Kodiaq

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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 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35100 £, while the Skoda Kodiaq costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 1731 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 0.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Peugeot 408 with 2.70 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Peugeot 408 performs decisively better – achieving up to 455 km, about 332 km more than the Skoda Kodiaq.

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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 Skoda Kodiaq has a somewhat edge – offering 265 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.20 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 Kodiaq tops out at 231 km/h. The difference is around 2 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Kodiaq pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 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, Peugeot 408 is slight lighter – 1544 kg compared to 1684 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers decisively more room – 910 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 374 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs noticeable better – up to 2105 L, which is about 522 L more than the Peugeot 408.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kodiaq somewhat takes the win – 563 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 107 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Kodiaq proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Kodiaq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Peugeot 408
Skoda Kodiaq

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Skoda Kodiaq

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 8.2 L
  • Electric Range : 113 - 123 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 Kodiaq

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The Skoda Kodiaq blends sensible practicality with surprising style, so families and weekend adventurers get roomy comfort without looking like a moving van. It feels calm and composed on the road, packs clever storage and user-friendly tech, and manages to deliver a near-premium vibe without the pretension.

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Peugeot 408
Skoda Kodiaq
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Costs and Consumption

Price
35100 - 48000 £
Price
36800 - 49600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Electric Range
113 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 114 g/km
co2
9 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 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
1684 - 1970 kg
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4687 mm
Length
4758 - 4761 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1478 mm
Height
1663 - 1683 mm
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
Max trunk capacity
1945 - 2105 L
Payload
371 - 456 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, F, G, E
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.

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