Verdict
The Peugeot 408 costs RM2,167 more, but its 215 hp/300 Nm 1.6-litre turbo and eight-speed automatic are a clear step up from the Tucson’s 154 hp/192 Nm 2.0-litre and six-speed unit; the Peugeot also reaches 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds. Its RM90 annual road tax beats the Hyundai’s RM440. The Tucson answers with SUV height, a 582-litre boot and 46 litres more luggage room, plus a longer eight-year warranty. For Malaysian buyers carrying bulky loads, that practicality matters; for performance and active safety, take the 408.
Pick the Hyundai Tucson if you need the taller 1,665 mm SUV body and its 582-litre boot, 46 litres larger than the Peugeot’s.
Pick the Peugeot 408 if you want 215 hp, 300 Nm, an eight-speed automatic and autonomous braking for only RM2,167 more.
Key differences
- Price: Hyundai Tucson RM143,888; Peugeot 408 RM146,055.
- Output: Hyundai Tucson 154 hp and 192 Nm; Peugeot 408 215 hp and 300 Nm.
- Transmission: Hyundai Tucson six-speed automatic; Peugeot 408 eight-speed Aisin automatic.
- Road tax: Hyundai Tucson RM440 per year; Peugeot 408 RM90 per year.
- Boot space: Hyundai Tucson 582 litres; Peugeot 408 536 litres.
- Warranty: Hyundai Tucson eight years/160,000 km; Peugeot 408 seven years/200,000 km.
Tucson
- 582-litre boot is 46 litres larger
- Taller 1,665 mm SUV body
- Eight-year manufacturer warranty
- 154 hp and 192 Nm trail the Peugeot's 215 hp and 300 Nm
- RM440 annual road tax versus RM90
- No blind spot information system, autonomous braking or collision warning
408
- 215 hp and 300 Nm turbocharged 1.6-litre petrol engine
- Eight-speed automatic and 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- Blind spot information, autonomous braking and collision warning
- 536-litre boot is 46 litres smaller
- Seven-year warranty is one year shorter than the Tucson's eight years
- Lower 1,510 mm body is 155 mm shorter in height
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM143,888✓ | RM146,055 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM440 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC | 16-Valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 154 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 300 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed Automatic | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | 181 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,630 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,859 mm |
| Height | 1,665 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,755 mm | 2,787 mm |
| Weight | 1,488 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 54 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 582 litres✓ | 536 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/65R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/65R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, 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 2nd Row 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 | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Driver Powered Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.3" Curved Widescreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 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 Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| 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 | 6 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 | 160,000 km | 200,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 7 years |
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.
Used Tucson & 408 for sale
Tucson vs 408 FAQ
Is the Hyundai Tucson or Peugeot 408 better?
The Peugeot 408 is the stronger all-round pick on performance, road tax and safety equipment, with 215 hp, 300 Nm, RM90 road tax and autonomous braking. Choose the Tucson instead for its 582-litre boot and taller SUV body.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 408 costs RM146,055, which is RM2,167 more than the Hyundai Tucson at RM143,888. That small gap brings a 215 hp turbo engine, eight-speed automatic, blind spot information and autonomous braking.
Which has the bigger boot and longer warranty?
The Hyundai Tucson has the bigger 582-litre boot, against 536 litres in the Peugeot 408, and an eight-year/160,000 km warranty. The 408 warranty is seven years but covers 200,000 km.