Peugeot 208 A9 vs Renault Zoe ZOE
Peugeot 208
A9 · 2012 – 2019
The first 208 (A9), a supermini on PF1.
Renault Zoe
ZOE · 2012 – 2026
The Zoe (ZOE), a compact electric hatchback.
Peugeot 208
Pick the A9 for an affordable, stylish early 208 with a roomy boot for its class.
Renault Zoe
Pick the Zoe for an affordable, efficient electric city car with a long range (ZE50).
Performance
1.2 PureTech 110 · Petrol vs ZE50 R135 · Electric
| Peugeot 208 | Renault Zoe | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
110 hp
|
135 hp
Winner
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| Torque |
205 Nm
|
245 Nm
Winner
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| 0–100 km/h |
10,5 s
|
9,5 s
Winner
|
| Top speed |
190 km/h
Winner
|
140 km/h
|
| Power-to-weight |
104,8 hp/t
Winner
|
89,9 hp/t
|
| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
105 g/km
|
0 g/km
Winner
|
| Consumption (WLTP) |
4,8 L/100km
|
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Dimensions & space
| Peugeot 208 | Renault Zoe | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
311 L
|
338 L
Winner
|
| Boot (seats folded) |
1.152 L
|
1.225 L
Winner
|
| Wheelbase |
2,54 m
|
2,59 m
Winner
|
| Length |
3,96 m
|
4,09 m
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| Ground clearance |
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| Turning circle |
10,4 m
Winner
|
10,5 m
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| Towing capacity (braked) |
1.150 kg
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Powertrain & tech
| Peugeot 208 | Renault Zoe | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | PF1 | Zoe (EV) |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine family | 1.0/1.2 PureTech · 1.4/1.6 VTi · 1.6 THP petrol · 1.4/1.5/1.6 HDi/BlueHDi diesel | Q210/R240 (22 kWh) · ZE40/R90/R110 (41 kWh) · ZE50/R135 (52 kWh) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | Single-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Euro standard | Euro 6 | N/A (electric) |
| LEZ access | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
- 1.2 PureTech: wet timing belt
- 1.6 THP: timing chain and tensioner
- HDi: DPF/EGR at high mileage
- 12V battery drain
- Charging port and infotainment glitches
- Battery degradation on early cars
Pros
- Sharp design with i-Cockpit
- Affordable with a large used supply
- Compact and agile
- Low electricity consumption
- ZE50 with ~390 km range
- Affordable used
Cons
- 1.2 PureTech carries the wet belt
- Small boot
- Limited range on early versions
- Battery rental on early cars
Driving experience
Peugeot 208
The A9 is the 208 that made Peugeot fun again. Built on the ageing PF1 platform, it stays small and light, so the front axle darts into corners and the car feels keen without ever being nervous. The tiny steering wheel (an early i-Cockpit cue on higher trims) and low-set dials take a moment to get used to, then the steering feels quick and the body stays tidy through bends. Most versions ride on a comfort-tuned rear that copes well with city tarmac, though bigger wheels firm things up. The 1.2 PureTech is lively, the 1.6 BlueHDi is frugal and relaxed, and the GTi is genuinely quick. It is a nimble, easy supermini, not a hot hatch in most trims.
Renault Zoe
Quiet and smooth in town with instant torque delivery. Early models feel modest above 80 km/h; the R135 is more usable for faster roads. Steering is light and accurate enough for urban manoeuvres but lacks feel. Ride quality is comfortable on smaller wheels and firmer on larger alloys. Body roll is noticeable in corners due to the battery weight. Regenerative braking (especially "B" mode on later cars) aids one-pedal driving in town. High-speed refinement is limited by wind and road noise. Overall a competent and relaxing city EV rather than a dynamic driver's car.
Belgian taxes & LEZ
For sale at dealers
Peugeot 208
44 for sale · from € 2.990
Renault Zoe
0 for saleNo listings at the moment
