Skoda Roomster 1.2
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
vs
Peugeot 208
Hatchback · Electric · FWD
Skoda Roomster 1.2
Car A
Skoda Roomster 1.2
A practical 5‑seater with city‑friendly manners, low fuel use, and a roomy 450 L trunk, the Skoda Roomster 1.2 offers good value in its segment for everyday duties. Modest power and FWD make it less suited to quick highway work or harsh winter conditions.
5 seatsHatchbackGasoline4-star safety
Peugeot 208
Car B
Peugeot 208
The Peugeot 208 with its electric powertrain suits city driving thanks to brisk acceleration, a compact footprint, and good value in its segment. Five-star safety and a reliability-focused brief bolster its appeal, while the 311 L boot and five seats cover everyday needs.
5 seatsHatchbackElectric5-star safety136 hpElectric
Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profilestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 58 / 60
City 75 / 89
Budget / value 69 / 70
Road trip 26 / 31
Performance 32 / 29
Cargo 25 / 17
Practical 53 / 53
Premium 11 / 17
Winter 16 / 20

Scores out of 100. Blue = Skoda Roomster 1.2 · Orange = Peugeot 208

Specs side-by-side

Spec Skoda Roomster 1.2 Peugeot 208
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Pros & cons

Skoda Roomster 1.2

  • Efficient for its class at 5.4 L/100 km, helping keep running costs down
  • 450 L trunk and five seats suit growing families and errands
  • Easygoing, city‑oriented performance with simple FWD traction
  • Price aligns with good value in its segment

Peugeot 208

  • Five-star safety rating for added peace of mind
  • Brisk 0–100 km/h in 8.1 s with 260 Nm for easy merging
  • Seats five with a 311 L boot for compact-family use
  • Good value in its segment around the 30,000 price point

Verdict

Pick Skoda Roomster 1.2 if…
Lower entry price
Skoda Roomster 1.2 starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Peugeot 208 if…
More power
Peugeot 208 puts out 136 hp vs 70 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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