What drivetrain options does the Peugeot 408 have?

The Peugeot 408 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

What is the maximum horsepower of the Peugeot 408?

Up to 225 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

What are the consumption figures for the Peugeot 408 in liters per 100 km?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 2.70 L.

What are the Peugeot 408’s WLTP consumption values in kWh/100 km?

According to the manufacturer, the Peugeot 408 requires 14.80 kWh.

What is the electric driving range of the Peugeot 408?

According to WLTP, the Peugeot 408 can travel up to 455 km on a single charge.

What is the battery capacity of the Peugeot 408?

The battery offers a capacity of 58.20 kWh.

How big is the Peugeot 408 overall?

The Peugeot 408 measures 4687 mm long, 1848 mm wide and 1478 mm high.

Is the Skoda Octavia Limousine offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

How powerful is the Skoda Octavia Limousine's engine?

The Skoda Octavia Limousine reaches a peak output of 265 HP, depending on the model.

What is the fuel consumption of the Skoda Octavia Limousine according to the manufacturer?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 4.30 L.

How fast can the Skoda Octavia Limousine go?

The Skoda Octavia Limousine reaches up to 250 km/h.

What are the Skoda Octavia Limousine’s length, width and height?

Length 4709 mm, width 1829 mm, height 1455 mm – those are the dimensions of the Skoda Octavia Limousine.

Peugeot 408 vs Skoda Octavia Limousine - Differences and prices compared

Peugeot 408

Skoda Octavia Limousine

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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 Octavia Limousine has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23800 £, while the Peugeot 408 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 11297 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 408 manages with 2.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Limousine with 4.30 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

Octavia Limousine @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

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 Limousine 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 Octavia Limousine is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 6.40 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.20 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Octavia Limousine performs barely noticeable 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 Limousine 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:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Skoda Octavia Limousine is to a small extent lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1544 kg. The difference is around 193 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers slightly more room – 600 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 64 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 408 performs slight better – up to 1583 L, which is about 28 L more than the Skoda Octavia Limousine.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Octavia Limousine somewhat takes the win – 545 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 89 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Octavia Limousine shows itself to be barely ahead and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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 Limousine

The Skoda Octavia Limousine blends space and sensible charm into a calm, grown-up package that feels smarter than its modest badge suggests. Practical, comfortable and quietly clever, it's the sort of car that makes everyday driving feel noticeably less mundane and keeps both your wallet and patience intact.

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