Compare performance (225 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or Toyota Corolla?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Toyota Corolla is markedly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,540 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 408 offers visibly more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.2 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 408 is markedly faster – reaching 233 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is marginally lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,544 kg. The difference is around 124 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers clearly more boot space – 536 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 408 offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,583 L, about 531 L more than the Toyota Corolla.
When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 408 carries marginally more – 456 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.
The Peugeot 408 stands well ahead of its rival 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 Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
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Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
79 - 455 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
58.2 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 114 g/km
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co2
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1,420 - 1,460 kg
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Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
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Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
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Length
4,687 mm
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Length
4,370 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Width
1,790 mm
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Height
1,478 mm
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Height
1,435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,528 - 1,583 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
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Payload
371 - 456 kg
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Payload
400 - 450 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
Full Hybrid
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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
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 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
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
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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
C
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
Toyota
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