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Subaru Crosstrek vs Peugeot 208 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (29,900 £ vs 21,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Crosstrek or Peugeot 208?

Subaru Crosstrek vs Peugeot 208: Key differences

Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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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

Crosstrek

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Peugeot 208 is significantly cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,923 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 208 uses 4.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 208 offers moderately more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 208 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 208 delivers noticeably more torque with 270 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 88 Nm more.

Crosstrek

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 208 is noticeably lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 430 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 208 offers somewhat more boot space – 352 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Crosstrek carries somewhat more – 505 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 208 stands well ahead of its rival 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 208

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 363 - 432 km
Subaru Crosstrek
Peugeot 208

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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Peugeot 208

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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Subaru Crosstrek
Peugeot 208

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,900 - 35,000 £
Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
363 - 432 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
174 g/km
co2
0 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Trunk capacity
315 L
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
472 - 505 kg
Payload
380 - 430 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
182 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Peugeot
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