How does it compare?
Compared to other electric hatchbacks within the same class and price range, the Peugeot e-208 51 kWh stands commendably tall. Lets pit it against the Renault Zoe R135, Honda e, and Mini Electric, and see how it holds.
Range
The Peugeot e-208 flaunts a respectable range of 360 km (224 miles), thanks to its 51 kWh battery. The Renault Zoe R135 doesnt fall far behind, offering an impressive range of 395 km (245 miles). The Honda e, however, lags with only about 220 km (137 miles). Meanwhile, the Mini Electric offers a modest 233 km (145 miles). In terms of sheer distance, the Peugeot e-208 and Renault Zoe are clearly the frontrunners.
Acceleration
When it comes to acceleration, the Peugeot e-208 isnt a slouch, sprinting from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 8.2 seconds. The Mini Electric nips at its heels with a similar sprint time of 7.3 seconds. The Renault Zoe is slightly more relaxed, achieving the same in 9.5 seconds. Lastly, the Honda e revels in a more sedate 8.3 seconds. All in all, the Peugeot e-208 manages to strike a fine balance between speed and sensibility.
Power
Packed with 156 horses under its hood, the Peugeot e-208 showcases a commendable power output. The Renault Zoe R135 mirrors this like for like with a matching 135 hp. The Honda e brings a little less to the party, with its 154 hp. The Mini Electric stands solid with its 184 hp, proving to be a sprightly contender. Clearly, the Mini Electric fires up the most ferocity, but the Peugeot e-208 holds its own quite well.
Charging Time
Charging time for the Peugeot e-208 is fairly reasonable, featuring an 80% charge in about 30 minutes using a 100 kW fast charger. The Renault Zoe rivals this with a similar charging time of around 30 minutes. The Honda e takes a slower approach, requiring about 31 minutes to hit 80%. The Mini Electric charges to 80% in roughly 35 minutes. The battle here is closely fought, each delivering quick top-ups during rushed coffee runs.
Price
Ultimately, price can make or break an EV choice. The Peugeot e-208 is listed at approximately €41,500 ($44,550/£36,000). The Renault Zoe comes a bit more wallet-friendly at around €36,000 ($38,650/£31,000). The Honda e steps up the pricing ladder with an asking cost of roughly €38,000 ($41,570/£33,000). The Mini Electric is the priciest of the lot at approximately €37,500 ($40,220/£32,500). Here, the Renault Zoe might edge out in terms of affordability.



