Peugeot 408 Allure vs Premium
Verdict
The Peugeot 408 Premium asks RM20,000 more than the Peugeot 408 Allure, but the core car is unchanged: both are CKD C-segment petrol sedans with a 1,598 cc turbo engine, 215 hp, 300 Nm, an automatic gearbox and front-wheel drive. They also share the same 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time, 536-litre boot, six airbags, AEB, seven-year warranty and RM90 annual road tax. On paper, the extra money is not buying more performance, space or specified safety kit; it is trim money, so verify the equipment before paying up.
Pick the Peugeot 408 Allure if you want the same engine, performance, boot space, safety count and warranty for RM20,000 less.
Pick the Peugeot 408 Premium if its higher-trim cabin or equipment matters to you after checking the actual kit, because the mechanicals are the same.
Key differences
- Price: Peugeot 408 Allure RM146,055; Peugeot 408 Premium RM166,055
- Engine output: Peugeot 408 Allure 215 hp and 300 Nm; Peugeot 408 Premium 215 hp and 300 Nm
- Acceleration: Peugeot 408 Allure 0-100 km/h in 8.8 s; Peugeot 408 Premium 0-100 km/h in 8.8 s
- Boot space: Peugeot 408 Allure 536 L; Peugeot 408 Premium 536 L
- Safety count: Peugeot 408 Allure 6 airbags with AEB; Peugeot 408 Premium 6 airbags with AEB
- Warranty and road tax: Peugeot 408 Allure 7 years and RM90/year; Peugeot 408 Premium 7 years and RM90/year
Allure
- Same 215 hp and 300 Nm as the Premium
- Same 8.8 s 0-100 km/h performance
- RM20,000 cheaper
- Lower trim grade than Premium
- No advantage in warranty or road tax
Premium
- Higher trim grade in the 408 range
- Same 1,598 cc turbo petrol engine as the Allure
- Same 536 L boot and 7-year warranty
- Costs RM20,000 more
- No extra power or torque
- No quicker 0-100 km/h time
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 146,055✓ | RM 166,055 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-Valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 215 hp | 215 hp |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | 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 | 8.8 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,687 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width | 1,859 mm | 1,859 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,787 mm | 2,787 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 536 litres | 536 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance SUV | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Granite Grey Alloys | 18" Granite Black Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Granite Grey Alloys | 18" Granite Black Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| 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 Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic 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 | Yes |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED | LED |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver Powered Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| 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 |
| 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 | 10" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with 6 Speakers | 10" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | 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 | 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.
Allure vs Premium FAQ
Is the Peugeot 408 Allure or Peugeot 408 Premium better?
The Peugeot 408 Allure is the better value on paper because it has the same 215 hp, 300 Nm, 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time, 536 L boot, six airbags and seven-year warranty for less money.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 408 Premium costs RM20,000 more than the Peugeot 408 Allure, at RM166,055 versus RM146,055.
Do the Peugeot 408 Allure and Peugeot 408 Premium have the same engine?
Yes. Both use a 1,598 cc turbo petrol engine with 215 hp and 300 Nm, paired with a conventional automatic transmission and front-wheel drive.