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Peugeot 408 vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or Volvo XC40?

Peugeot 408 vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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Volvo XC40

5 (5 Reviews)
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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.

Peugeot 408 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,645 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.

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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 offers moderately more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 28 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 Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 408 is noticeably faster – reaching 233 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 408 delivers slightly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 408 is very slightly lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 144 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers slightly more boot space – 536 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 408 offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,583 L, about 255 L more than the Volvo XC40.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries somewhat more – 532 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 76 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 is decisively ahead 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.

from £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/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 79 - 455 km
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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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Reviews Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Klaudia
15 Jan 2026, 19:46:29

This is one of the most beautiful cars of our time, in an era when every brand churns out cookie‑cutter models — as long as they look like an SUV. It's comfortable, incredibly spacious, picks up nicely on the road and always makes a great impression everywhere ;)

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Volvo XC40

The Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.

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Reviews Volvo XC40

5 (5 Reviews)
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S. M.
20 Apr 2026, 09:07:56

Excellent

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Peugeot 408
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Price
36,800 - 47,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
58.2 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 114 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4,687 mm
Length
4,425 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
1,478 mm
Height
1,652 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,528 - 1,583 L
Max trunk capacity
1,328 L
Payload
371 - 456 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Peugeot 408 have?

The Peugeot 408 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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