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Peugeot e-408 vs Tesla Model 3
Selected trimAllureChange trim283 mi · 58 kWh · £34,265
Selected trimRWDChange trim332 mi · 60 kWh · £37,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Peugeot e-408 leads on city driving, while the Tesla Model 3 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 3 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 want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Tesla Model 3 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueTesla
Peugeot
5.8
Tesla
6.4
Motorway RangeTesla
Peugeot
2.3
Tesla
5.5
FamilyTesla
Peugeot
6.6
Tesla
7.1
Cost Per MileTesla
Peugeot
3.9
Tesla
8.8
City DrivingPeugeot
Peugeot
4.7
Tesla
4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Tesla Model 3
RWD
- 49 miles more WLTP range
- 211 litres more boot space
- 51 kW more power
- 1.4s quicker 0-62 mph
- 31 Wh/km more efficient
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Peugeot e-408Allure | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £34,265 (better) | £37,990 |
| Official range | 283 miles | 332 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 471 L | 682 L (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.6 sec | 6.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Peugeot e-408
Tesla Model 3
Length
Peugeot e-4084,687mm-34mm
Tesla Model 34,721mm
Width
Peugeot e-4081,859mm-74mm
Tesla Model 31,933mm
Height
Peugeot e-4081,478mm
Tesla Model 31,440mm-38mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Peugeot e-408Allure | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,687 mm | 4,721 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,859 mm (better) | 1,933 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,062 mm (better) | 2,088 mm |
| Height | 1,478 mm | 1,440 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.2 m (better) | 11.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 541 mm spare (better) | 467 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Peugeot e-408Allure | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 471 L | 682 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1545 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| 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 3
- 2nd-largest boot among saloon EVs in our catalogue at 682 L.
- At 4,721 mm, shorter than 90% of saloon EVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 130 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 100% of saloon EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Peugeot e-408 Allure |  Tesla Model 3 RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.69m | 4.72m+34mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.93m+74mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | 2.09m+26mm |
| Height | 1.48m | 1.44m-38mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.79m | Not available |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 137mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 471L | 682L* (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1545L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.2m (better) | 11.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,806kg | 1,772kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh | 60kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 283 mi | 332 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | Not available | 175kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £34,265 (better) | £37,990 |
| Price after EV grant | £32,765 (-£1,500) | £37,990 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Estate | Saloon |
| Available | 2023+ | 2024+ |
* Tesla Model 3: Tesla publishes 682 L as total cargo volume (boot + frunk, measured to roof) — not directly comparable to standard VDA figures used by other brands.
* Tesla Model 3: Not published by Tesla; verified from multiple independent sources.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Peugeot e-408Allure | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 283 miles | 332 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 177 miles | 229 miles (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | Not available | 175 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | Not available |
| Energy consumption | 161 Wh/km | 130 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh (better) | 57.5 kWh |
| 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 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.6 sec | 6.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 157 kW | 208 kW (better) |
| Torque | 475 Nm (better) | 340 Nm |
| 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 3
RWD
8.5/10
average across 6 reviews
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Auto Express4.5/5
- Electrifying.com9/10
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Peugeot e-408
All 3 videos
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Prices & deals
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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 3 RWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users89%
Safety Assist87%
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 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 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 3
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Peugeot e-408
No active listings.
Tesla Model 3
- £32,6462025Car360View
- £30,2992025Car360View
- £29,6992025Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Tesla Model 3 worth the extra £3,725 over the Peugeot e-408?
The Tesla Model 3 costs £3,725 more than the Peugeot e-408. For that premium it adds 49 miles more WLTP range, 211 litres more boot space and 51 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Tesla Model 3 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Peugeot e-408 or the Tesla Model 3?
The Peugeot e-408 is £3,725 cheaper to buy. The Tesla Model 3 is cheaper to charge, roughly £144 a year versus £176 for the Peugeot e-408, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Peugeot e-408 comes out roughly £3,565 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 3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 177 miles for the Peugeot e-408 and 229 miles for the Tesla Model 3 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Tesla Model 3 goes roughly 52 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Peugeot e-408 or the Tesla Model 3?
The Peugeot e-408 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 74 mm narrower than the Tesla Model 3. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 541 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-408 and about 467 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model 3. The Peugeot e-408 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 Peugeot e-408 or the Tesla Model 3?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Peugeot e-408 and 92% for the Tesla Model 3. That gives the Tesla Model 3 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Tesla Model 3'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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