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Peugeot 408 vs VW ID.5 comparison

Compare performance (240 HP vs 299 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 37,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or VW ID.5?

Peugeot 408 vs VW ID.5: Key differences

Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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VW ID.5

2.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

408

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 very slightly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the VW ID.5 costs 37,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,048 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 408 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the VW ID.5. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.5 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 571 km, about 115 km more than the Peugeot 408.

ID.5

Engine and Performance:

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 VW ID.5 offers a bit more power – delivering 299 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 59 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.2 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.5 delivers noticeably more torque with 545 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm more.

408

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 2,051 kg. The difference is around 507 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.5 carries moderately more – 552 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 96 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.5 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £37,200
ID.5

VW ID.5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 299 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 436 - 571 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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VW ID.5

VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Price
37,200 - 49,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Electric Range
436 - 571 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 114 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Curb weight
2,051 - 2,204 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
371 - 456 kg
Payload
529 - 552 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Power HP
190 - 299 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Power kW
140 - 220 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Peugeot 408 have?

The Peugeot 408 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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