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Peugeot 408 vs Toyota Corolla - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (225 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (35100 £ vs 28600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or Toyota Corolla?

Peugeot 408

Toyota Corolla

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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.

Toyota Corolla has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £, while the Peugeot 408 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 6540 £.

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

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 408 has a evident edge – offering 225 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.20 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.50 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 408 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 233 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, Toyota Corolla is minimal lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1544 kg. The difference is around 124 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers distinct more room – 536 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 408 performs noticeable better – up to 1583 L, which is about 531 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 408 barely noticeable takes the win – 456 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Peugeot 408 shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.

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
Toyota Corolla

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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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Toyota Corolla

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The 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.

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Peugeot 408
Toyota Corolla
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Costs and Consumption

Price
35100 - 48000 £
Price
28600 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
Consumption L/100km
4.40 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
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4687 mm
Length
4370 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1478 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
Payload
371 - 456 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General

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

The Peugeot 408 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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