Verdict
At RM198,000, the Ford Mondeo costs RM51,945 more than the RM146,055 Peugeot 408. Its 2.0-litre turbo has 237 hp and 345 Nm, cutting 0-100 km/h to 7.9 seconds against the Peugeot’s 8.8 seconds, while its 2,850 mm wheelbase and 557-litre boot also give it a little more cabin and luggage potential. But the locally assembled 408 brings 300 Nm, an eight-speed auto, autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring, plus a seven-year/200,000 km warranty. For most Malaysian buyers, that is the more sensible balance.
Pick the Ford Mondeo if you want the quicker 237 hp/345 Nm drivetrain, a 557-litre boot and 10-way powered front seats with driver memory.
Pick the Peugeot 408 if you want to spend RM51,945 less for autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and seven-year/200,000 km warranty cover.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Mondeo RM198,000; Peugeot 408 RM146,055.
- Power and torque: Ford Mondeo 237 hp and 345 Nm; Peugeot 408 215 hp and 300 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Ford Mondeo 7.9 seconds; Peugeot 408 8.8 seconds.
- Wheelbase and boot: Ford Mondeo 2,850 mm and 557 litres; Peugeot 408 2,787 mm and 536 litres.
- Warranty: Ford Mondeo 3 years/100,000 km; Peugeot 408 7 years/200,000 km.
- Safety assistance: Ford Mondeo has lane-keeping steering correction; Peugeot 408 has autonomous braking, collision warning and blind-spot monitoring.
Mondeo
- 237 hp and 345 Nm; 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds.
- 557-litre boot and 2,850 mm wheelbase.
- 10-way powered front seats with driver memory and adaptive LED projector headlamps.
- RM51,945 dearer.
- Three-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter than the Peugeot’s seven-year/200,000 km cover.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or blind-spot monitoring.
408
- RM51,945 cheaper with RM90 annual road tax.
- Autonomous braking, collision warning and blind-spot monitoring.
- Seven-year/200,000 km warranty and 10-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Slower 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time with 215 hp and 300 Nm.
- 536-litre boot is 21 litres smaller.
- Driver-only powered front seat; the passenger seat is manual.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM198,000 | RM146,055✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM380 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-Valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 237 hp✓ | 215 hp |
| Torque | 345 Nm✓ | 300 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.3 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Selectshift | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford/GM | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds✓ | 8.8 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 8 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | — |
| Co2 | 192 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,871 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width | 1,852 mm | 1,859 mm |
| Height | 1,486 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,787 mm |
| Weight | 1,562 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 62 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 557 litres✓ | 536 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Primacy 3 ST | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Spain (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" 5-twin-spoke Alloy | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" 5-twin-spoke Alloy | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three Point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for outer two rear passenger seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector | LED |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Driver Powered Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" SYNC 2 touchscreen with Sony 9 speakers | 10" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down With Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 200,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 3-year/60,000 km free service | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Mondeo vs 408 FAQ
Is the Ford Mondeo or Peugeot 408 better?
The Peugeot 408 is the better buy for most drivers because it costs far less, adds autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring, and has much longer warranty cover. Choose the Mondeo for its stronger 237 hp/345 Nm output, quicker acceleration and slightly larger boot.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Mondeo costs RM51,945 more than the Peugeot 408.
Which has the better safety equipment?
The Peugeot 408 has the broader active-safety list, with autonomous braking, collision warning and blind-spot monitoring. The Mondeo counters with lane-keeping steering correction, adaptive LED projector headlamps and a driver’s knee airbag.