Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure vs Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance 3.4 s Runner-up: 8.5 s
Range winner Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure 55 km Runner-up: 13 km
Power winner Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance 680 hp Runner-up: 180 hp
Cargo winner Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure 471 L Runner-up: 350 L
Price winner Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure $39,500 Runner-up: $87,500

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure against the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance. Both belong to the sedan class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use plug-in hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 3.4 seconds, compared with 8.5 seconds for 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure. 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance has the higher listed output at 680 hp; 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure is rated at 180 hp, a difference of 500 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance at 1,020 Nm and 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure at 300 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure carries the longer listed range at 55 km, against 13 km for 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance. 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure has the lower recorded consumption at 1.3 L/100km; 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance is listed at 6.9 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 471 litres versus 350 litres, a difference of 121 litres. 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance is 133 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure has the lower listed starting price at $39,500, compared with $87,500 for 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance. 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance2026
Performance
0-100 km/h8.5 s3.4 s
Top Speed225 km/h280 km/h
Power180 hp680 hp
Torque300 Nm1,020 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range55 km13 km
Battery12.4 kWh6.1 kWh
Fuel Tank43 L66 L
Efficiency1.3 L/100km6.9 L/100km
CO2 Emissions30 g/km156 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,687 mm4,820 mm
Ground Clearance160 mm125 mm
Cargo471 L350 L
Curb Weight1,680 kg2,111 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.8 m11.4 m
Starting MSRP$39,500$87,500

Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure vs Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance?

2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 3.4 seconds, versus 8.5 seconds for 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance?

2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance has the higher listed top speed at 280 km/h (174 mph), compared with 225 km/h (140 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance?

2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance has more power at 680 hp, a 500 hp advantage over 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure.

Which has more range, the 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance?

2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure has the longer listed range at 55 km (34 miles), versus 13 km (8 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance?

2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure has the larger listed battery at 12.4 kWh, compared with 6.1 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance?

2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure has more listed cargo space at 471 litres (16.6 cu ft), versus 350 litres (12.4 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance?

2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance is heavier at 2,111 kg (4,654 lb), while 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure is listed at 1,680 kg (3,704 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance?

2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $39,500 USD, compared with $87,500 USD for 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance?

2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.