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18 February, 2026
 

New Peugeot 408: Design, Features & Highlights

Updated Design, Three Powertrain Options: Electric, Plug-in Hybrid and Mild Hybrid
Key Takeaways
 
  • The new PEUGEOT 408 is an updated C-segment fastback announced January 2026, available with three powertrain options: 100% Electric (E-408), Plug-in Hybrid 240 e-DCS7, and Mild Hybrid 145 e-DCS6.
  • PEUGEOT E-408: 210 hp (157 kW) electric motor | 343 Nm torque | 283-mile range (WLTP combined) | 58.2 kWh usable NMC battery | up to 120 kW DC fast charging.
  • PEUGEOT 408 PLUG-IN HYBRID 240 e-DCS7: 237 hp combined (177 kW) | 53 miles urban electric range | 14.6 kWh battery.
  • PEUGEOT 408 HYBRID 145 e-DCS6: 143 hp (107 kW) petrol | 6-speed dual-clutch electrified gearbox | up to 50% zero-emission urban driving.
  • New PEUGEOT 408 debuts exclusive Flare Green body colour and updated front/rear lighting signature including illuminated PEUGEOT lettering at the rear — a first for the model range.
  • Boot volume: up to 536 litres (seats up) / 1,611 litres (seats folded). Wheelbase: 2.79 m. Rear knee room: 183 mm.
  • PEUGEOT E-408 battery warranty: up to 8 years / 100,000 miles. V2L output: up to 3.5 kW / 16 A.
Overview
 
The new PEUGEOT 408 is an update to the C-segment fastback introduced in 2022. The 408 sits towards the top of the C-segment and is positioned between conventional hatchbacks and SUVs, offering an elevated driving position with a fastback silhouette. Within the PEUGEOT range, it sits alongside the 308 hatchback, 308 SW estate, and the 3008 and 5008 SUVs.
The update introduces revised exterior design, updated powertrain options, new interior materials, enhanced connected services, and the addition of an EV-specific feature set for the E-408 variant. The model continues to be produced at the Mulhouse plant in France.
Powertrain Specifications
 
Specification PEUGEOT E-408 (Electric) PEUGEOT 408 PLUG-IN HYBRID 240
Powertrain 100% Electric – 210 hp (157 kW) Petrol + Electric – 237 hp combined (177 kW)
Power output 210 hp / 157 kW 178 hp / 132 kW petrol + 92 kW electric
Gearbox Single-speed automatic 7-speed dual-clutch e-DCS7
Battery capacity 58.2 kWh (usable, NMC) 14.6 kWh lithium-ion
Electric range 283 miles (WLTP combined) 53 miles urban electric range
DC Fast Charge Up to 120 kW (20–80% in ~30 min) N/A
AC Charge time TBC 2 hr 5 min (7.4 kW wallbox)
Key new EV features Battery Preconditioning, V2L, Plug & Charge 53-mile urban electric mode
Electricity consumption 4.23 miles per kWh N/A

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