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Peugeot e-408 vs Tesla Model Y
Selected trimAllureChange trim283 mi · 58 kWh · £34,265
Selected trimRWDChange trim314 mi · Not available · £41,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Peugeot e-408 leads on city driving, while the Tesla Model Y leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Peugeot e-408 if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Tesla Model Y 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 need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Tesla Model Y wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueTesla
Peugeot
5.8
Tesla
6.5
Motorway RangeTesla
Peugeot
2.3
Tesla
5.8
FamilyTesla
Peugeot
6.6
Tesla
7.8
ChargingTesla
Peugeot
0.7
Tesla
7
Cost Per MileTesla
Peugeot
3.9
Tesla
7.7
City DrivingPeugeot
Peugeot
4.7
Tesla
3
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 | Peugeot e-408Allure | Tesla Model YRWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £34,265 (better) | £41,990 |
| Official range | 283 miles | 314 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 471 L | 854 L (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.6 sec | 6.9 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Peugeot e-408
Tesla Model Y
Length
Peugeot e-4084,687mm-107mm
Tesla Model Y4,794mm
Width
Peugeot e-4081,859mm-122mm
Tesla Model Y1,981mm
Height
Peugeot e-4081,478mm-143mm
Tesla Model Y1,621mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Peugeot e-408Allure | Tesla Model YRWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,687 mm | 4,794 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,859 mm (better) | 1,981 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,062 mm (better) | 2,129 mm |
| Height | 1,478 mm | 1,621 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.2 m (better) | 12.1 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 541 mm spare (better) | 419 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Peugeot e-408Allure | Tesla Model YRWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 471 L | 854 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1545 L | 2118 L (better) |
| Frunk | 0 L | 117 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Peugeot e-408
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Tesla Model Y
- 3rd-largest boot among SUVs in our catalogue at 854 L.
- A 117 L frunk, one of 6 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 117 L or more.
- Uses 138 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 100% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Peugeot e-408 Allure |  Tesla Model Y RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.69m | 4.79m+107mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.98m+122mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | 2.13m+67mm |
| Height | 1.48m | 1.62m+143mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.79m | Not available |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 162mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 471L | 854L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1545L | 2118L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 117L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.2m (better) | 12.1m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,806kg (better) | 1,906kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh | Not available |
| Range (WLTP) | 283 mi | 314 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | Not available | 175kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £34,265 (better) | £41,990 |
| Price after EV grant | £32,765 (-£1,500) | £41,990 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Estate | SUV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Peugeot e-408Allure | Tesla Model YRWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 283 miles | 314 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 177 miles | 251 miles (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | Not available | 175 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | Not available |
| Energy consumption | 161 Wh/km | 138 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh | Not available |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Peugeot e-408Allure | Tesla Model YRWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.6 sec | 6.9 sec (better) |
| Power | 157 kW | Not available |
| Torque | 475 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Peugeot e-408
Allure
Tesla Model Y
RWD
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Peugeot e-408
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Prices & deals
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
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)
Euro NCAP - Tesla Model Y RWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users86%
Safety Assist92%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Peugeot e-408Allure | Tesla Model YRWD |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Peugeot e-408
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Tesla Model Y
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Peugeot e-408
No active listings.
Tesla Model Y
- £38,1212025Car360View
- £43,4442025Castle EVView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Tesla Model Y worth the extra £7,725 over the Peugeot e-408?
The Tesla Model Y costs £7,725 more than the Peugeot e-408. For that premium it adds 31 miles more WLTP range, 383 litres more boot space and lower energy use, 138 versus 161 Wh/km. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Tesla Model Y comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Peugeot e-408 or the Tesla Model Y?
The Peugeot e-408 is £7,725 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 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 £7,605 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Peugeot e-408 and Tesla Model Y like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 177 miles for the Peugeot e-408 and 251 miles for the Tesla Model Y - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Tesla Model Y goes roughly 74 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Peugeot e-408 or the Tesla Model Y?
The Peugeot e-408 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 122 mm narrower than the Tesla Model Y. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 541 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-408 and about 419 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model Y. The Peugeot e-408 also turns in a 0.9 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Peugeot e-408 or the Tesla Model Y?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Peugeot e-408 and 90% for the Tesla Model Y. That gives the Tesla Model Y a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Tesla Model Y'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
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .