Name: Peugeot 408 (2023 - present) | Expert Rating | The Car Expert
Item: Peugeot 408
Rating: 66.0

Summary

Based on the 308 hatchback and estate car, the Peugeot 408 is a five-door liftback which sits somewhere between a conventional car and a crossover/SUV vehicle.

Like an increasing number of new cars, it sits taller than a conventional saloon car but lower than a regular SUV. The 408 range includes traditional petrol and plug-in hybrid models, all paired with an eight-speed automatic gearbox.

The 408 line-up also include the all-electric E-408, and we will have a separate Expert Rating for that model shortly.

The Peugeot 408 has had a mixed bag of media reviews since it was launched. Most of the positive comments have been regarding its stylish exterior looks, which the Sun‘s Rob Lewis compares favourably to the much more expensive Lamborghini Urus SUV.

The Carbuyer team concludes that the crossover “has even more space and style than the 308 hatchback”, while Carwow is more impressed by the car’s interior refinement, commenting that “material quality is really good across the board.”

While Business Car‘s Martyn Collins agrees that the 408 is a sharp alternative to the increasingly overcrowded SUV market, he also questions whether Peugeot’s parent company Stellantis is cannibalising its own sales – “is it too close in execution to the Citroën C5 X?”

As of September 2025, the Peugeot 408 holds a New Car Expert Rating of B, with a score of 66%. It scores top marks for its low average CO₂ emissions (thanks to the plug-in hybrid model), while it also has a good safety rating. However, running costs and media review scores are only average, and Peugeot’s new car warranty offering is poor. As yet, we don’t have reliability data to include in our analysis.

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408 highlights

Standout exterior looks
Stylish interior
Generous rear legroom
PHEV models offer competitive battery range

408 lowlights

No four-wheel drive
Not much rear headroom
Citroën C5 X is cheaper
Boot space is fairly average

Key specifications

Body style: Medium five-door liftback
Engines: petrol, plug-in hybrid
Price: From £31,225 on-road

Launched: Winter 2022/23
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA

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Media reviews

Highlighted reviews and road tests from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.

Featured reviews

“Straying from the trend of bulky SUVs, the Peugeot 408 boldly represents a new body style that we didn’t know we needed until now.”

Model reviewed: Range overview

Score: 7.2 / 10

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The Car Expert

“The Peugeot 408 is a practical family car with a lovely interior, but visibility isn’t great and motorway road noise could get annoying.”

Model reviewed: Range overview

Score: 8 / 10

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Carwow

Neil Briscoe

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Auto Express

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Peugeot 408 is a niche but appealing alternative to traditional family hatchbacks, taking the inoffensive ingredients of the smaller 308 and reinventing them in a more practical and stylish package.”
Author: Steve Walker
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Model reviewed: 1.2-litre petrol automatic GT
Score: 8 / 10
“The unusual positioning of the 408 hatchback means it’s likely to remain something of a niche choice for most buyers, but those who take the plunge will find plenty to appreciate thanks to its comfortable ride, spacious rear quarters and a lovely cabin. If you’re a private buyer, the PureTech petrol model is the pick of the range.”
Author: Alex Ingram
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Model reviewed: 1.6-litre petrol/electric plug-in hybrid GT
Score: 8 / 10
“The Peugeot 408 will suit those who don’t like the idea of an SUV, as well as Peugeot fans who fancy a 308 but find it a little too pokey inside. Either way, you’re getting a car which is comfortable, decent to drive and has a smart, premium-feeling cabin. The top trim levels and the PHEV are pricey, though.”
Author: Alex Ingram
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Auto Trader

Model reviewed:
Score: 7 / 10
“Stylish, spacious and distinctive, the Peugeot 408 is a sleek alternative for those stepping away from SUVs and crossovers.”
Author: Erin Baker
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Business Car

Model reviewed: Puretech 130
Score: 8 / 10
“This Peugeot remains a niche option in the D-segment, but on top of the sharp looks and practicality, if you can live without the hybrid kit, the Puretech 130 is the best driving 408 we’ve driven.”
Author: Martyn Collins
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Model reviewed: 1.6-litre petrol/electric hybrid GT
Score: 8 / 10
“Should you go for a Peugeot 408 or 308? The 408 is a niche option in the C-segment, but on top of the sharp looks, it is still a practical alternative to an SUV, wrapped in sharp styling. But is it too close in execution to the Citroen C5 X?”
Author: Martyn Collins
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Car

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The fundamental question is about the 408 Hybrid 225’s design: do you feel allure or allergic? If it’s the former, and you relish a comfortable ride, then this novel choice could prove a sophisticated way to travel – and get you well and truly noticed in the company car park.”
Author: Phil McNamara
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Car Keys

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“Bringing plenty in the way of style and quality, the Peugeot 408 is very practical and would make a great family car if you’re looking for something a little different to a typical SUV.”
Author: Ted Welford
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Carbuyer

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8.2 / 10
“The Peugeot 408 blurs the lines between SUVs, hatchbacks and even saloons, combining style with practicality in the process.”
Author: Charlie Harvey, Sam Naylor
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Daily Mirror

Model reviewed: Range overview
“The Peugeot 408 is a great long-distance car, with a spacious interior, responsive driving dynamics, and excellent fuel economy.”
Author: Stephen Jones
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Heycar

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The new Peugeot 408 is a segment-spanning family car with impressive practicality, stylish design and efficient electrified powertrains. We’re not entirely convinced buyers will be quick to trade in their versatile SUVs, but the Peugeot 408 certainly holds an element of left-field appeal.”
Author: Andrew Brady
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Honest John

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“Emphasis is placed on the quality of the interior space and on connectivity, with the latest technologies making the driving and travelling experience more intuitive and rewarding.”
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Motoring Research

Model reviewed: 1.6-litre petrol/electric plug-in hybrid
“Despite inherent compromises, the Peugeot 408 feels aligned with the zeitgeist. You wouldn’t call it beautiful, but we have to applaud Peugeot’s sheer chutzpah; few £40,000 family cars will turn more heads. Besides, if you’re going to sacrifice space for a style, why not stand out from the crowd? Particularly when many of them are already driving a coupe SUV.”
Author: Tim Pitt
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Parkers

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The fundamental question to ask yourself about the 408 is, do you love or hate the design? If it’s the former, and you relish a comfortable ride, then this novel choice will prove a sophisticated way to travel. If you don’t gel with the looks, there are better options out there.”
Author: James Dennison
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The Sun

Model reviewed: Range overview
“The steering is well-weighted and surprisingly direct which, combined with Peugeot’s continued penchant for a tiny steering wheels, makes for a pleasingly engaging drive. The ride resists being overly firm or soft, dealing with sub-par road surfaces rather well.”
Author: Rob Lewis
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The Sunday Times

Model reviewed: 1.6-litre petrol/electric plug-in hybrid
Score: 6 / 10
“Like all plug-in hybrids, the 408 PHEV will only make sense to a specific sort of driver. While the styling isn’t to our tastes, many people we’ve spoken with think it looks good, and the interior quality is impressive. It’s a shame that tall people will find neither the driving position nor headroom in the rear acceptable, but performance, handling, refinement and ride quality are all aspects of the 408 Hybrid that drivers will appreciate.”
Author: Will Dron
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The Telegraph

Model reviewed: 1.2-litre petrol automatic Premium
Score: 8 / 10
“You won’t love the way the Peugeot 408 drives, but perhaps that’s the price you pay. Because far from having an identity crisis, the 408 knows exactly what it is – and it’s really quite clever. It isn’t an SUV coupé, despite the appearance of one. Beneath the skin, it’s a fairly unobjectionable, sensible family car. Think of it as a more conventional 508 with cladding and a hatchback.”
Author: Alex Robbins
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“This striking large family hatchback is refreshingly different but lacks a certain je ne sais quoi when it comes to finesse.”
Author: Andrew English
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Top Gear

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“The Peugeot 408 turns out to be a tempting concept. It also drives more engagingly than most crossovers.”
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Safety rating

Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

Overall score: 4 stars
Date tested: December 2022
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Adult protection: 76%
Child protection: 84%
Vulnerable road users: 78%
Safety assist: 65%

In December 2022, the Peugeot 408 has received a four-star crash safety rating from Euro NCAP. The safety body says that it carried over many of the assessments made on the structurally similar 308 to give the 408 this set of scores.

Eco rating

Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

No eco rating

As of September 2025, the Peugeot 408 has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.

Running cost rating

Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data

Fuel consumption	Average	Score
Petrol models	44 mpg	C
Hybrid models	53 mpg	B
Plug-in hybrid models	203 mpg	A

CO₂ output	Average	Score	Variation	Score
Petrol models	125 g/km	B
Hybrid models	121 g/km	B
Plug-in hybrid models	31 g/km	A

Battery range	Average	Score	Variation	Score
Plug-in hybrid models	34 miles	E

Insurance group	Average	Score	Variation	Score
All models	27	C

Service and maintenance	Cost	Score
Year 1	£206	B
Year 2	£552	C
Year 3	£865	C
Year 4	£1,063	B
Year 5	£1,404	B
Overall	£4,090	B

The Peugeot 408’s running costs are about average, according to five-year cost numbers provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our data partner, Clear Vehicle Data.

The plug-in hybrid models have great fuel economy and CO₂ emissions on paper, but this very much depends on how often you can run the car on electricity, which depends on how often you can charge the small battery.

Reliability rating

Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy

No reliability rating

As of September 2025, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Peugeot 408 to generate a reliability rating as it is still a new model.

The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy. As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the 408, we’ll publish the score here.

Warranty rating

New car warranty information for the Peugeot 408

Overall ratingD31%
Petrol or diesel modelsE17%
Electric or hybrid modelsC56%
New car warranty duration3 years
New car warranty mileage60,000 miles
Battery warranty duration8 years
Battery warranty mileage100,000 miles

Peugeot’s new car warranty is pretty much the bare minimum offered in the UK, with a duration of three years and a limit of 60,000 miles. Other rivals in the price bracket do better (and in some cases, much better).

In addition to the standard new car warranty, hybrid versions of the 408 have an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty for the battery components.

Warranty on a used Peugeot 408

If you are purchasing an ‘Approved Used’ 408 from an official Peugeot dealership, you will get a minimum six-month warranty included.
If you are buying a used 408 from an independent dealership, any warranty offered will vary and will probably be managed by a third-party warranty company.
If you are buying a used 408 from a private seller, there are no warranty protections beyond any remaining portion of the original new car warranty.

If you’re looking to buy a used car that is approaching the end of its warranty period, a used car warranty is usually a worthwhile investment. Check out The Car Expert’s guide to the best used car warranty providers, which will probably be cheaper than a warranty sold by a dealer.

Recalls

Official DVSA safety recalls that have been issued for the Peugeot 408

Date: February 2023
Recall number: R/2023/058
Model types: All
Build dates: 09/2022 to 01/2023
Number of vehicles affected: 9
Defect: Affected vehicles may have an incorrect torque on several fixation points, which could result in reduced control of the vehicle and overheating of electrical connections.
Remedy: Check and tighten fixings to correct torque.

As of September 2024 (our most recent data point), there has been one DVSA vehicle recall on the Peugeot 408 – and that only affected nine cars.

Not all vehicles are affected by recalls. You can check to see if your car is included in any of the above recalls by visiting the DVLA website or contacting your local Peugeot dealer.

If your car is affected by a recall, the vehicle must be repaired and you should not be charged for any work required. If you are buying a used 408, you should insist that any outstanding recall work is completed before you take delivery of the vehicle.