Compare performance (82 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 21,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Twingo or Peugeot 208?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Renault Twingo is noticeably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Peugeot 208 costs 21,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,925 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Renault Twingo is marginally more efficient: consuming 13.1 kWh/100km compared to 14.1 kWh/100km for the Peugeot 208. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Peugeot 208 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 432 km, about 170 km more than the Renault Twingo.
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 208 offers substantially more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 208 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Renault Twingo takes 12.1 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 208 delivers clearly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 175 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Peugeot 208 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 208 is barely lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,275 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 208 offers somewhat more boot space – 352 L compared to 305 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.
When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 208 carries noticeably more – 430 kg compared to 320 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.
The Peugeot 208 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.
The Renault Twingo is a cheeky city car that turns tight streets and impossible parking spaces into an urban playground with its agile handling and compact footprint. It’s perfect for zipping around town thanks to clever interior packaging and a playful character, though buyers chasing long-distance comfort or huge luggage space should consider other options.
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The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.
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Price
17,100 - 18,500 £
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Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
260 - 262 km
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Electric Range
363 - 432 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 116 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,275 - 1,294 kg
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Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
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Trunk capacity
305 L
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Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,720 mm
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Width
1,745 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
301 - 320 kg
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Payload
380 - 430 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
82 HP
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Power HP
101 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
175 Nm
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
60 kW
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
Peugeot
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