Peugeot 408 vs Tesla Model Y

The Peugeot 408 starts from $57,990 before on-road costs, while the Tesla Model Y opens at $65,900. That makes the Peugeot 408 the more affordable entry point by $7,910.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $63,789 and $72,490 respectively.

The Tesla Model Y qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Peugeot 408, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

The Tesla Model Y holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Peugeot 408. Adult occupant protection scored 79% for the Peugeot 408 and 96% for the Tesla Model Y.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Tesla Model Y packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in the Peugeot 408.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the Peugeot 408 and 8 in the Tesla Model Y.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Peugeot 408 features a 10-inch touchscreen paired with a 10-inch digital dash, while the Tesla Model Y gets a 16-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Peugeot 408 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging and Focal audio that you will not find on the Tesla Model Y. The Tesla Model Y counters with Apple CarPlay and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Peugeot 408 gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Tesla Model Y offers vegan leather.

The Peugeot 408 uses a Hybrid producing 107kW and 230Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.4 seconds.

The Tesla Model Y responds with a Electric Motor making 255kW and 340Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 5.9 seconds.

The Tesla Model Y has the clear power advantage at 255kW vs 107kW. In the real-world sprint, the Tesla Model Y is 3.5s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Peugeot 408 measures 4,690mm long on a 2,790mm wheelbase, 102mm shorter than the Tesla Model Y at 4,792mm (2,890mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Tesla Model Y generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 508L in the Peugeot 408 and 854L in the Tesla Model Y, giving the Tesla Model Y a 346L advantage.

For towing, the Tesla Model Y leads with a 1,600kg braked capacity vs 1,300kg. That 300kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 200,000km (Peugeot 408) vs 5 years (Tesla Model Y). Both match on warranty length.