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Peugeot 408 vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 49,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or Volvo XC60?

Peugeot 408 vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
  • barely more trunk space

Volvo XC60

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

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

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Peugeot 408 is significantly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,074 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.7 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Volvo XC60 with 2.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 408 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 373 km more than the Volvo XC60.

XC60

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 Volvo XC60 offers substantially more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 230 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.2 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 408 is visibly faster – reaching 233 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers substantially more torque with 709 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 349 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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, Peugeot 408 is noticeably lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 356 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers barely more boot space – 536 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 53 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 408 offers barely more capacity – up to 1,583 L, about 40 L more than the Volvo XC60.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries a bit more – 550 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 94 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 has the upper hand 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.

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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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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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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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The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Peugeot 408
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Price
49,200 - 75,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
58.2 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 114 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 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
1,900 - 2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4,687 mm
Length
4,708 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
1,478 mm
Height
1,655 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,528 - 1,583 L
Max trunk capacity
1,543 L
Payload
371 - 456 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
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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