Verdict
The Peugeot 408 pairs 215 hp and 300 Nm with an 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time, edging the Camry’s 201 hp, 246 Nm and 8.9 seconds. Its 536-litre boot is also 12 litres larger. But the Toyota Camry brings a 38 mm longer 2,825 mm wheelbase, adaptive cruise control, lane steering correction and a 360-degree camera for the longer motorway commute. Malaysian running costs strongly favour the Peugeot: annual road tax is RM90 against RM867.
Pick the Peugeot 408 if you want stronger 215 hp/300 Nm output, a larger 536-litre boot and far lower annual road tax.
Pick the Toyota Camry if you want the longer 2,825 mm wheelbase, adaptive cruise control, lane steering correction and a 360-degree camera.
Key differences
- Power and torque: Peugeot 408 215 hp and 300 Nm; Toyota Camry 201 hp and 246 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Peugeot 408 8.8 seconds; Toyota Camry 8.9 seconds.
- Wheelbase: Peugeot 408 2,787 mm; Toyota Camry 2,825 mm.
- Boot space: Peugeot 408 536 litres; Toyota Camry 524 litres.
- Fuel tank: Peugeot 408 52 litres; Toyota Camry 60 litres.
- Annual road tax: Peugeot 408 RM90; Toyota Camry RM867.
408
- 215 hp and 300 Nm, with an 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 536-litre boot and 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
- Seven-year, 200,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- Passive cruise control versus the Camry’s adaptive cruise control.
- No lane-keeping assist, while the Camry gets steering correction.
Camry
- Adaptive cruise control and lane steering correction.
- 360-degree camera, head-up display and nine-speaker JBL audio.
- 2,825 mm wheelbase and a power-adjustable passenger ottoman.
- Annual road tax is RM867 versus RM90 for the Peugeot 408.
- 524-litre boot is 12 litres smaller than the Peugeot 408’s.
- 201 hp and 246 Nm trail the Peugeot 408’s 215 hp and 300 Nm.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM146,055✓ | RM221,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM867 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | 215 hp✓ | 201 hp |
| Torque | 300 Nm✓ | 246 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 14 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.8 seconds✓ | 8.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,687 mm | 4,920 mm |
| Width | 1,859 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,787 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 536 litres✓ | 524 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 235/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | Space Saver |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance SUV | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 18" Granite Grey Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Granite Grey Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three Point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver Powered Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Ottoman Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Fixed Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Rear Sun Shades |
| Audio | 10" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with 6 Speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 9-speaker JBL Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 200,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 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.
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408 vs Camry FAQ
Is the Peugeot 408 or Toyota Camry better?
The Peugeot 408 is the sharper financial and performance choice, with 215 hp, 300 Nm and RM90 annual road tax. The Toyota Camry is better for driver assistance and rear-cabin-oriented equipment, including adaptive cruise control, lane steering correction and a longer wheelbase.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 408 costs RM146,055 and the Toyota Camry costs RM221,800, putting the Camry RM75,745 higher.
Which has the more useful boot?
The Peugeot 408 has the larger 536-litre boot, 12 litres more than the Toyota Camry’s 524 litres. It also has 60:40 split-folding rear seats, whereas the Camry’s rear seats are fixed.