Verdict
The Peugeot 408 P54 is the decisive newer-car choice: the RM39,993 gap brings 215 hp and 300 Nm against the Mk1’s 145 hp and 200 Nm, cutting the 0-100 km/h time from 12.5 to 8.8 seconds. It also gets eight speeds, six airbags, stability control and autonomous braking. The Mk1 still has a case for the Malaysian buyer chasing lower entry cost, with a 562-litre boot, 60-litre tank and a full-size spare, but its RM379 annual road tax is far higher than the P54’s RM90.
Pick the Peugeot 408 Mk1 if lower purchase cost, a 562-litre boot and a full-size alloy spare matter more than performance and active safety.
Pick the Peugeot 408 P54 if you want 215 hp, a quicker 8.8-second sprint and substantially stronger safety equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Peugeot 408 Mk1 RM106,062; Peugeot 408 P54 RM146,055.
- Output: Peugeot 408 Mk1 145 hp and 200 Nm; Peugeot 408 P54 215 hp and 300 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Peugeot 408 Mk1 12.5 seconds; Peugeot 408 P54 8.8 seconds.
- Transmission: Peugeot 408 Mk1 four-speed automatic; Peugeot 408 P54 eight-speed automatic.
- Safety: Peugeot 408 Mk1 has two airbags and no stability control; Peugeot 408 P54 has six airbags and stability control.
- Practicality: Peugeot 408 Mk1 has a 562-litre boot and 60-litre tank; Peugeot 408 P54 has a 536-litre boot and 52-litre tank.
Mk1
- Lower RM106,062 price.
- 562-litre boot and 60-litre fuel tank.
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare tyre.
- 145 hp and 200 Nm trail the P54’s 215 hp and 300 Nm.
- Two airbags only; no stability control, blind-spot monitoring or autonomous braking.
- Four-speed automatic versus the P54’s eight-speed unit.
P54
- 215 hp, 300 Nm and an 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Six airbags, stability control, collision warning and autonomous braking.
- Multi-link rear suspension, 18-inch wheels and a 2,787-mm wheelbase.
- RM39,993 more expensive than the Mk1.
- 536-litre boot and 52-litre tank are smaller than the Mk1’s 562 litres and 60 litres.
- Space-saver spare instead of the Mk1’s full-size alloy wheel.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,062✓ | RM146,055 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-Valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp at 6,000 rpm | 215 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 200 Nm at 4,000 rpm | 300 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 85 mm × 88 mm | 77 mm × 85.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | AT8 | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 4 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.5 seconds | 8.8 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 8.6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h | — |
| Co2 | 204 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,682 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width | 1,815 mm | 1,859 mm |
| Height | 1,525 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm | 2,787 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 562 litres✓ | 536 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 17" Alloy | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 6 (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 two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Driver Powered Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| 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 | Vents only | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 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 | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers | 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 | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensor | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 200,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 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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Mk1 vs P54 FAQ
Is the Peugeot 408 Mk1 or Peugeot 408 P54 better?
The Peugeot 408 P54 is better for most buyers. It has 70 hp and 100 Nm more, reaches 100 km/h 3.7 seconds sooner, and adds six airbags, stability control and autonomous braking. The Mk1 wins only on price, boot capacity and fuel-tank size.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 408 P54 costs RM39,993 more than the Peugeot 408 Mk1, based on listed prices of RM146,055 and RM106,062 respectively.
Which Peugeot 408 has the better safety kit?
The Peugeot 408 P54 has the stronger safety kit: six airbags, stability control, blind-spot monitoring, collision warning and autonomous braking. The Peugeot 408 Mk1 has two airbags and lacks those driver-assistance systems.
