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Ford Capri vs Peugeot e-408
Selected trimAllureChange trim283 mi · 58 kWh · £34,265
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Capri leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Peugeot e-408 counters with the lowest price.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Ford Capri if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Ford Capri wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueFord
Ford
6.4
Peugeot
5.8
Motorway RangeFord
Ford
4
Peugeot
2.3
FamilyFord
Ford
7.9
Peugeot
6.6
ChargingFord
Ford
4.6
Peugeot
0.7
Cost Per MileFord
Ford
4.7
Peugeot
3.9
City Driving
Ford
5.1
Peugeot
4.7
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £36,985 | £34,265 (better) |
| Official range | 286 miles (better) | 283 miles |
| Boot space | 572 L (better) | 471 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 25 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Peugeot e-408
Length
Ford Capri4,634mm-53mm
Peugeot e-4084,687mm
Width
Ford Capri1,872mm
Peugeot e-4081,859mm-13mm
Height
Ford Capri1,626mm
Peugeot e-4081,478mm-148mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,634 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,872 mm | 1,859 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,063 mm | 2,062 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,626 mm | 1,478 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 11.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 528 mm spare | 541 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 916 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 572 L (better) | 471 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1510 L | 1545 L (better) |
| Frunk | 0 L | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Capri Style Standard Range 58kWh |  Peugeot e-408 Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.63m | 4.69m+53mm |
| Width | 1.87m | 1.86m-13mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | 2.06m-1mm |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.48m-148mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.79m+20mm |
| Ground Clearance | 187mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 572L (better) | 471L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1510L | 1545L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 916mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 11.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,914kg | 1,806kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh | 58kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 286 mi (better) | 283 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 105kW | Not available |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £36,985 | £34,265 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £35,485 (-£1,500) | £32,765 (-£1,500) (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Estate |
| Available | 2026+ | 2023+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 286 miles (better) | 283 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 193 miles (better) | 177 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 25 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 105 kW | Not available |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | 156 Wh/km (better) | 161 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh | 58 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 140 kW | 157 kW (better) |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 475 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
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Ford Capri
Style Standard Range 58kWh
Peugeot e-408
Allure
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Ford Capri Style Standard Range 58kWh
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist72%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Peugeot e-408 Allure
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant76%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users78%
Safety Assist65%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Ford Capri worth the extra £2,720 over the Peugeot e-408?
The Ford Capri costs £2,720 more than the Peugeot e-408. For that premium it adds 101 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Ford Capri comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Capri or the Peugeot e-408?
The Peugeot e-408 is £2,720 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Peugeot e-408 comes out roughly £2,680 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Ford Capri and Peugeot e-408 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 193 miles for the Ford Capri and 177 miles for the Peugeot e-408 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Ford Capri goes roughly 16 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford Capri or the Peugeot e-408?
The two are within 13 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 541 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-408 and about 528 mm of total clearance for the Ford Capri.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Ford Capri or the Peugeot e-408?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Ford Capri and 84% for the Peugeot e-408. That gives the Ford Capri a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Ford Capri's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Peugeot e-408's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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