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Peugeot 408 vs VW Taigo - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (225 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (35100 £ vs 19600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or VW Taigo?

Peugeot 408

VW Taigo

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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.

VW Taigo has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19600 £, while the Peugeot 408 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 15493 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 408 manages with 2.70 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the VW Taigo with 5.30 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.

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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 Peugeot 408 has a evident edge – offering 225 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 7.20 s, while the VW Taigo takes 8.20 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 408 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 233 km/h, while the VW Taigo tops out at 212 km/h. The difference is around 21 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 408 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 360 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm difference.

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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, VW Taigo is distinct lighter – 1229 kg compared to 1544 kg. The difference is around 315 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers slightly more room – 536 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 96 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 408 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1583 L, which is about 361 L more than the VW Taigo.

When it comes to payload, VW Taigo hardly perceptible takes the win – 457 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Peugeot 408 shows itself to be is largely superior 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
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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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VW Taigo

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The VW Taigo brings coupe-like flair to the compact crossover scene with sharp styling and an interior that punches above its price, feeling smarter than you’d expect. It’s an easygoing daily companion that balances comfort and practicality with a playful wink, perfect for city drivers who want something livelier than a regular hatchback.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35100 - 48000 £
Price
19600 - 31300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 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
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
Curb weight
1229 - 1302 kg
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
4687 mm
Length
4266 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1757 mm
Height
1478 mm
Height
1518 mm
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
Max trunk capacity
1222 L
Payload
371 - 456 kg
Payload
448 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Max Speed
184 - 212 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
VW

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What drivetrain options does the Peugeot 408 have?

The Peugeot 408 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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