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Toyota Prius vs Peugeot 208 comparison

Compare performance (223 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 21,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Prius or Peugeot 208?

Toyota Prius vs Peugeot 208: Key differences

Toyota Prius

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • markedly 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

Prius

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 208 is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Toyota Prius costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,438 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Peugeot 208 with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 208 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 432 km, about 346 km more than the Toyota Prius.

208

Engine and Performance:

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 Toyota Prius offers visibly more power – delivering 223 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Prius is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

Prius

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 208 is markedly lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,620 kg. The difference is around 455 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 208 offers somewhat more boot space – 352 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 68 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 208 carries a bit more – 430 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius is far ahead overall 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 £39,400
Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 72 - 86 km
Toyota Prius
Peugeot 208

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Toyota Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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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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Toyota Prius
Peugeot 208

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 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
72 - 86 km
Electric Range
363 - 432 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 - 17 g/km
co2
0 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Trunk capacity
284 L
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Length
4,599 mm
Length
-
Width
1,782 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
365 - 375 kg
Payload
380 - 430 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
223 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
164 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Peugeot
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