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Renault Austral vs Peugeot 408 comparison
Compare performance (200 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (29,900 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Austral or Peugeot 408?
Austral
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Renault Austral is slightly cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,203 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Renault Austral with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.
408
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 offers somewhat more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.2 s, while the Renault Austral takes 8.4 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 408 is visibly faster – reaching 233 km/h, while the Renault Austral tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 408 delivers noticeably more torque with 360 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.
Austral
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 408 is barely lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 1,548 kg. The difference is around 4 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers marginally more boot space – 536 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Renault Austral offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,736 L, about 153 L more than the Peugeot 408.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Austral carries barely more – 477 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Peugeot 408 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.
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Peugeot 408
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Renault Austral
The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.
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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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Renault Austral
Peugeot 408
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,900 - 37,800 £
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Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
79 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
58.2 kWh
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co2
109 - 145 g/km
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co2
0 - 114 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1,548 - 1,613 kg
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Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
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Trunk capacity
527 L
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Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
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Length
4,533 mm
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Length
4,687 mm
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Width
1,825 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Height
1,645 mm
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Height
1,478 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,736 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,528 - 1,583 L
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Payload
455 - 477 kg
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Payload
371 - 456 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
148 - 200 HP
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
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Torque
270 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
109 - 147 kW
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,332 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
Peugeot
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