Compare performance (225 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or Toyota Corolla Touring Sports?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is a bit cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,512 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.
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 Peugeot 408 offers noticeably 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 Touring Sports 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 Touring Sports tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.
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 terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is very slightly lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 1,544 kg. The difference is around 59 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers slightly more boot space – 596 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,606 L, about 23 L more than the Peugeot 408.
When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 408 carries only slightly more – 456 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.
The Peugeot 408 is far ahead overall 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 Touring Sports is a sensible yet stylish estate that blends everyday practicality with Toyota's trademark reliability, making it the kind of car that quietly gets on with family life without drama. Inside it's cleverly packaged for luggage and kids' gear and feels calm and comfortable on the road — sensible rather than flashy, but with enough character to make daily drives more enjoyable.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
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Price
29,600 - 36,400 £
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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
Estate
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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
1,485 - 1,515 kg
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Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
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Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
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Length
4,687 mm
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Length
4,650 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
1,591 - 1,606 L
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Payload
371 - 456 kg
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Payload
400 - 440 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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