Peugeot 408 Review: DON’T buy an SUV before watching this!

Опубликовано 7 июля 2026, 12:04

This is our in-depth review of the updated Peugeot 408, reviewing the exterior design changes and additions to the interior, while also discussing how much it costs and what it’s like to drive.

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This is the new Peugeot 408!

The 408 has undergone a mid-life facelift, so rather than undergoing a full overhaul, a couple of features and elements have been updated.

The question is, are the updates enough to steer you away from key competitors like the Cupra Formentor? Let’s take a closer look…

Starting with the design, there are a couple of updates, most notably at the front. There’s an all-new grille, while the front air intakes have also been updated. The long, fang-like DRLs have also been removed, instead replaced with smaller, 3-line lights. Along the side, there are new alloy wheels, and around the back, the badge has been replaced with the brand’s name in the full-length light bar.

On the inside, Peugeot has kept the interior more or less the same as the previous iteration. There are some new materials high up on the dash, new kick plates have been added, and new dial screen graphics have been added. Otherwise, it’s the same as before, which means there’s a laggy and unintuitive infotainment screen, a decent amount of storage, and a customisable screen for your key features and functions.

There are two engine options available for the 408, and they’re both hybrids. The entry-level is a 1.2-litre petrol coupled with a self-charging motor, and this produces 145hp. There’s also a 1.6-litre plug-in hybrid, and this produces 240hp. Both cars are front wheel drive.

The entry-level 408 starts from around £32,000, rising all the way to £38,760 for the range-topper. So is it worth it? You’ll need to stick with Mat to see for yourself!

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Chapters
00:00 Updated Peugeot 408 review
00:13 New Peugeot 408 exterior design & styling
01:39 Peugeot 408 engine specs & hybrid options
01:55 Peugeot 408 0-60mph performance test
02:24 Peugeot 408 emergency braking test
02:55 Peugeot 408 interior & i-Cockpit infotainment
06:01 Peugeot 408 back seats & passenger space
07:41 Peugeot 408 boot space & practicality
08:42 5 annoying things about the Peugeot 408
10:05 5 best features of the new Peugeot 408
11:11 Peugeot 408 price, specs & UK car deals
12:20 Driving review: How does the new 408 handle?
14:02 Peugeot 408 town driving & visibility
17:16 Peugeot 408 motorway acceleration test
18:06 Verdict: Should you buy the new Peugeot 408?