Foton Tunland vs Peugeot 408
Verdict
The Foton Tunland costs RM123,800 against the Peugeot 408’s RM146,055, so the RM22,255 gap is not small. The Tunland is the workhorse choice: 450 Nm, all-wheel drive, ladder frame, 76-litre tank and a full-size spare. The Peugeot answers with 215 hp, an 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time, more airbags, autonomous braking, blind spot monitoring and a 536-litre boot. They suit very different lives; pick the body style first, then the drivetrain.
Pick the Foton Tunland if you need a cheaper pickup with 450 Nm, all-wheel drive, a ladder frame and a full-size spare.
Pick the Peugeot 408 if you want the quicker, better-equipped road car with 215 hp, more airbags, active safety kit and a proper 536-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Foton Tunland RM123,800; Peugeot 408 RM146,055
- Output: Foton Tunland 161 hp and 450 Nm; Peugeot 408 215 hp and 300 Nm
- Driveline/chassis: Foton Tunland all-wheel drive ladder frame; Peugeot 408 front-wheel drive unibody
- Size: Foton Tunland 5,617 mm long and 2,090 mm wide; Peugeot 408 4,687 mm long and 1,859 mm wide
- Fuel tank: Foton Tunland 76 litres; Peugeot 408 52 litres
- Safety kit: Foton Tunland has driver/front passenger airbags and no AEB; Peugeot 408 adds side/curtain airbags and autonomous braking
Tunland
- RM22,255 cheaper to buy
- Much higher torque: 450 Nm versus 300 Nm
- All-wheel drive, ladder frame and full-size spare suit rougher use
- Lower power: 161 hp versus 215 hp
- Far less safety kit, with only front airbags and no autonomous braking or blind spot monitoring
- No listed enclosed boot capacity; the Peugeot 408 has 536 litres
408
- More power and a quoted 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- More complete safety package with side/curtain airbags, autonomous braking and blind spot monitoring
- Dual-zone climate control, wireless charger, rear USB ports and navigation are fitted
- Costs RM22,255 more
- Lower torque: 300 Nm versus 450 Nm
- Front-wheel drive and a space-saver spare, versus all-wheel drive and a full-size spare
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 123,800✓ | RM 146,055 |
| Body type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbo, 48-volt Mild Hybrid Assistance | 16-Valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 161 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Torque | 450 Nm✓ | 300 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Diesel Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8AT | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.8 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,617 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width | 2,090 mm | 1,859 mm |
| Height | 1,955 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,355 mm | 2,787 mm |
| Weight | 2,160 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 76 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 536 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Giti AT71 | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Ladder Frame | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Hydraulic Power Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger | 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 on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED |
| Taillamps | Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Driver Powered Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, 4-speaker Sound System | 10" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 200,000 km | 200,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | — | RM 90 |
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.
Tunland vs 408 FAQ
Is the Foton Tunland or Peugeot 408 better?
The Peugeot 408 is better as a road car, with 215 hp, more airbags, AEB and a 536-litre boot. The Foton Tunland is better if you need a pickup, all-wheel drive, 450 Nm and a ladder frame.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 408 costs RM22,255 more than the Foton Tunland. That extra money buys more power, more safety equipment and sedan practicality, while the Foton counters with pickup hardware and higher torque.
Which one has more safety equipment?
The Peugeot 408 has the stronger safety spec, adding side and curtain airbags, blind spot monitoring and autonomous braking. The Foton Tunland has driver and front passenger airbags, stability control and rear parking sensors.