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Peugeot 408 vs Skoda Octavia Combi - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (225 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (35100 £ vs 24400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Peugeot 408

Skoda Octavia Combi

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Octavia Combi has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £, while the Peugeot 408 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 10697 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 408 manages with 2.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Combi with 4.40 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.

Octavia Combi

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 Octavia Combi has a slightly 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 Octavia Combi is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.20 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Octavia Combi performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Peugeot 408 tops out at 233 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Octavia Combi pulls barely noticeable stronger with 370 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 10 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 Octavia Combi is a bit lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1544 kg. The difference is around 178 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers to a small extent more room – 640 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Combi performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1700 L, which is about 117 L more than the Peugeot 408.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Octavia Combi slightly takes the win – 534 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Octavia Combi proves to be edges out slightly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Octavia Combi is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £24,400
Octavia Combi

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 - 6.9 L
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Peugeot 408
Skoda Octavia Combi

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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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Skoda Octavia Combi

The Skoda Octavia Combi is the sensible family wagon that somehow turns grocery runs and long trips into a pleasant, unshowy experience — spacious, practical and built like it prefers reliability over flash. With smart touches, clever storage and a cabin that feels grown-up rather than frugal, it’s an easy recommendation for buyers who want maximum utility without sacrificing comfort or style.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35100 - 48000 £
Price
24400 - 42300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 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
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
Curb weight
1366 - 1553 kg
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
4687 mm
Length
4698 - 4709 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1478 mm
Height
1455 - 1468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Payload
371 - 456 kg
Payload
471 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
85 - 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
E, F, D, C
Brand
Peugeot
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Skoda

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What drivetrain options does the Peugeot 408 have?

The Peugeot 408 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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