Verdict
The Peugeot 408 is the more practical long-haul choice: its 536-litre boot beats the Zeekr X’s 404 litres, and its 2,787 mm wheelbase is 37 mm longer. It also carries a seven-year/200,000 km warranty and RM90 annual road tax. The Zeekr X changes the pace with 335 hp, 373 Nm and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time, against the Peugeot’s 215 hp, 300 Nm and 8.8 seconds. Its 66 kWh battery, 440 km range and 200 kW DC charging suit buyers ready to go electric.
Pick the Peugeot 408 if you want the larger 536-litre boot, lower RM90 road tax and longer seven-year/200,000 km warranty.
Pick the Zeekr X if you want 5.3-second acceleration, a 440 km electric range and substantially richer driver-assistance and cabin equipment.
Key differences
- Performance: Peugeot 408 makes 215 hp and 300 Nm; Zeekr X makes 335 hp and 373 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Peugeot 408 takes 8.8 seconds; Zeekr X takes 5.3 seconds.
- Luggage space: Peugeot 408 has a 536-litre boot; Zeekr X has 404 litres.
- Length: Peugeot 408 measures 4,687 mm; Zeekr X measures 4,432 mm.
- Annual road tax: Peugeot 408 costs RM90; Zeekr X costs RM395.
- Warranty: Peugeot 408 gets seven years/200,000 km; Zeekr X gets five years/150,000 km, plus an eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty.
408
- 536-litre boot, 132 litres larger than the Zeekr X’s.
- Seven-year/200,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- RM90 annual road tax.
- 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.3 seconds.
- Passive cruise control and no lane-keeping assist.
- Manual boot and no 360-degree camera or auto parking.
X
- 335 hp, 373 Nm motor and 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 66 kWh battery, 440 km range and 200 kW DC charging.
- Adaptive cruise control, steering correction, 360-degree monitor and auto parking.
- 404-litre boot is 132 litres smaller than the Peugeot’s.
- RM395 annual road tax is RM305 higher.
- Five-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty is shorter than the Peugeot’s seven-year/200,000 km cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM146,055✓ | RM158,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM395 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 215 hp | — |
| Torque | 300 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 373 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 66 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 440 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.8 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,687 mm | 4,432 mm |
| Width | 1,859 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,566 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,787 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 536 litres✓ | 404 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance SUV | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Granite Grey Alloys | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Granite Grey Alloys | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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 on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver Powered Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation Functions and Memory Function |
| 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 AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with 6 Speakers | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 13-speaker Yamaha 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 Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Powered Front Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 200,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 X FAQ
Is the Peugeot 408 or Zeekr X better?
The Zeekr X is better for acceleration, EV driving and equipment, with 335 hp, 440 km range, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree monitor. The Peugeot 408 is better for boot capacity, road tax and vehicle warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 408 costs RM146,055 and the Zeekr X costs RM158,800, so the Zeekr is RM12,745 more expensive.
Which has the better charging and driving range?
The Zeekr X is the only EV here. It has a 66 kWh battery, a 440 km range, 11 kW AC charging, 200 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability. The Peugeot 408 uses a 52-litre petrol tank.