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Omoda E5 vs Peugeot e-408
Selected trimKnightChange trim267 mi · 61 kWh · £33,065
Selected trimAllureChange trim283 mi · 58 kWh · £34,265
At a glance
In this comparison, Omoda E5 leads on motorway range, charging speed and city driving, while the Peugeot e-408 leads on family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Omoda E5 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Peugeot e-408 if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Omoda E5 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Omoda
6.2
Peugeot
5.8
Too close to call
Motorway RangeOmoda
Omoda
3.7
Peugeot
2.3
FamilyPeugeot
Omoda
5.7
Peugeot
6.6
ChargingOmoda
Omoda
4.4
Peugeot
0.7
Cost Per Mile
Omoda
4.1
Peugeot
3.9
Too close to call
City DrivingOmoda
Omoda
6.4
Peugeot
4.7
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 | Omoda E5Knight | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,065 (better) | £34,265 |
| Official range | 267 miles | 283 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 380 L | 471 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 28 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 7.2 sec (better) | 7.6 sec |
Size Comparison
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Omoda E5
Peugeot e-408
Length
Omoda E54,424mm-263mm
Peugeot e-4084,687mm
Width
Omoda E51,830mm-29mm
Peugeot e-4081,859mm
Height
Omoda E51,588mm
Peugeot e-4081,478mm-110mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Omoda E5Knight | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,424 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,830 mm (better) | 1,859 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,062 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,478 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m (better) | 11.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 570 mm spare (better) | 541 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Omoda E5Knight | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 380 L | 471 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1075 L | 1545 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Omoda E5 Knight |  Peugeot e-408 Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.42m | 4.69m+263mm |
| Width | 1.83m | 1.86m+29mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.06m |
| Height | 1.59m | 1.48m-110mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.63m | 2.79m+157mm |
| Ground Clearance | 147mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 380L | 471L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1075L | 1545L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m (better) | 11.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,710kg (better) | 1,806kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh (better) | 58kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 267 mi | 283 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 130kW | Not available |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,065 (better) | £34,265 |
| Price after EV grant | £33,065 (not eligible) | £32,765 (-£1,500) |
| 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 | Omoda E5Knight | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 267 miles | 283 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 194 miles (better) | 177 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 28 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 130 kW | Not available |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | 160 Wh/km (better) | 161 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 60 kWh (better) | 58 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Omoda E5Knight | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.2 sec (better) | 7.6 sec |
| Power | 155 kW | 157 kW (better) |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 475 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Omoda E5
Knight
Peugeot e-408
Allure
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Omoda E5 Knight
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users68%
Safety Assist88%
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 | Omoda E5Knight | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Omoda E5
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Peugeot e-408 worth the extra £1,200 over the Omoda E5?
The Peugeot e-408 costs £1,200 more than the Omoda E5. For that premium it adds 91 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Omoda E5 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Omoda E5 or the Peugeot e-408?
The Omoda E5 is £1,200 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £176 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Omoda E5 comes out roughly £1,200 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Omoda E5 and Peugeot e-408 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 194 miles for the Omoda E5 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 Omoda E5 goes roughly 17 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Omoda E5 or the Peugeot e-408?
The two are within 29 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 570 mm of total clearance for the Omoda E5 and about 541 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-408. The Omoda E5 also turns in a 0.4 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Omoda E5 or the Peugeot e-408?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Omoda E5 and 84% for the Peugeot e-408. That gives the Omoda E5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Omoda E5'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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