Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure vs Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD

Comparison winners

5 metrics
0-100 winner Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD 4.3 s Runner-up: 8.5 s
Range winner Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD 643 km Runner-up: 55 km
Power winner Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD 366 hp Runner-up: 180 hp
Cargo winner Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD 594 L Runner-up: 471 L
Price winner Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure $39,500 Runner-up: $43,490

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure against the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD. Both belong to the sedan class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a plug-in hybrid powertrain and the other a battery-electric system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.3 seconds, compared with 8.5 seconds for 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure. 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD has the higher listed output at 366 hp; 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure is rated at 180 hp, a difference of 186 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD at 493 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

2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD carries the longer listed range at 643 km, against 55 km for 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure. 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

2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 594 litres versus 471 litres, a difference of 123 litres. 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD is 33 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 $43,490 for 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD. 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD 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 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD2026
Performance
0-100 km/h8.5 s4.3 s
Top Speed225 km/h201 km/h
Power180 hp366 hp
Torque300 Nm493 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range55 km643 km
Battery12.4 kWh78.1 kWh
Fuel Tank43 L
Efficiency1.3 L/100km13.7 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions30 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging250 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,687 mm4,720 mm
Ground Clearance160 mm138 mm
Cargo471 L594 L
Curb Weight1,680 kg1,830 kg
Towing1,000 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.8 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$39,500$43,490

Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure vs Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure or the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD?

2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.3 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 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD?

2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure has the higher listed top speed at 225 km/h (140 mph), compared with 201 km/h (125 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure or the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD?

2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD has more power at 366 hp, a 186 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 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD?

2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD has the longer listed range at 643 km (400 miles), versus 55 km (34 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure or the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD?

2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD has the larger listed battery at 78.1 kWh, compared with 12.4 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure or the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD?

2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD has more listed cargo space at 594 litres (21.0 cu ft), versus 471 litres (16.6 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure or the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD?

2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD is heavier at 1,830 kg (4,034 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 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD?

2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $39,500 USD, compared with $43,490 USD for 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Peugeot 408 1.6 PHEV 180 Allure or the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD?

2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD 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.