Peugeot 208 — MPG & Fuel Costs 2025
Peugeot's stylish small hatchback. Distinctive interior design, available in petrol and diesel. Strong real-world economy across all variants.
The Peugeot 208 is a stylish supermini that brings premium French styling and Peugeot's signature 'i-Cockpit' dashboard layout to the compact class. It features claw-effect LED lights and a sporty driving position.
Power is delivered by refined 1.2-litre PureTech petrol engines, or Peugeot's highly efficient 1.5-litre BlueHDi diesel. The petrol range is responsive and quiet, while the diesel is designed to cruise through long motorway journeys on minimal fuel.
Daily drivers can expect around 47 MPG in real-world driving from the petrol model. The diesel version is exceptionally frugal, achieving an average of 61 MPG and offering a huge driving range from the 44-litre tank.
TL;DR
47 MPG
Real-world petrol
61 MPG
Real-world diesel
44L
Tank capacity
£60.19
Full tank (petrol)
13.2p
Per mile (petrol)
Real-World Fuel Economy: The Peugeot 208 achieves an estimated 47 MPG (petrol) and 61 MPG (diesel) in real-world UK driving conditions, accounting for a 12% WLTP real-world penalty.
Forecourt Fuel Cost: Refueling the 44-litre tank completely costs approximately £60.19 (petrol) or £62.52 (diesel) at average UK fuel price rates.
Fuel economy at a glance
47
Real-world MPG
Petrol
55.4
Official WLTP
Petrol
61
Real-world MPG
Diesel
72.4
Official WLTP
Diesel
Annual fuel costs by mileage
| Annual mileage | Petrol | Diesel |
|---|---|---|
| 5,000 miles/yr | £662 | £529 |
| 7,400 miles/yr(UK average) | £979 | £784 |
| 10,000 miles/yr | £1323 | £1059 |
| 15,000 miles/yr | £1985 | £1588 |
| 20,000 miles/yr | £2646 | £2118 |
| Full tank (44L) | £60.19 | £62.52 |
| Cost per mile | 13.2p | 10.6p |
Based on UK average fuel prices: petrol 136.8p/L · diesel 142.1p/L. Prices updated regularly.
How does the 208 compare?
Tips to get better MPG from your 208
The 1.2 PureTech engine has excellent mid-range pull; shift gears around 2,000 RPM to maximize fuel efficiency.
Engage the standard Eco mode to soften throttle response and save fuel in stop-start urban traffic.
Check tyre pressures before long trips; a heavy load in this lightweight supermini can drag down mileage if tyres are low.
Is the cheaper petrol station worth it?
In a Peugeot 208 achieving ~47 MPG real-world, if you fill 35 litres and the alternative station is 10p/litre cheaper:
£3.50
Gross saving on fuel
£0.40
Cost of 3-mile detour
£3.10
Net saving ✓
You could drive up to 26 miles round-trip before the saving disappears entirely.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the real-world MPG of the Peugeot 208?
The Peugeot 208 achieves approximately 47 MPG in real-world petrol driving — around 12% lower than the official WLTP figure of 55.4 MPG due to real driving conditions. Diesel variants achieve around 61 MPG real-world.
How much does it cost to fill a Peugeot 208?
The Peugeot 208 has a fuel tank of 44 litres. At the UK average of 136.8p/litre for petrol, a full tank costs approximately £60.19. Diesel costs approximately £62.52 for a full tank.
What is the annual fuel cost for a Peugeot 208?
At the UK average annual mileage of 7,400 miles and current petrol price of 136.8p/litre, a Peugeot 208 costs approximately £979 per year in fuel. At 10,000 miles/year the cost rises to £1323. Actual costs vary with your driving style and mileage.
Is it worth driving to a cheaper petrol station in a Peugeot 208?
In a Peugeot 208 doing ~47 MPG real-world, driving 3 miles round-trip to save 10p/litre on a 35-litre fill nets approximately £3.10 after the extra fuel cost. You could drive up to 26 miles before the saving is eaten up. Use the WorthThePump calculator for your exact situation.
How much does the Peugeot 208 cost per mile in fuel?
The Peugeot 208 costs approximately 13.2p per mile in petrol at current UK prices. Over a typical commute of 30 miles per day, that is approximately £3.96 per day in fuel.
What is the WLTP MPG figure for the Peugeot 208?
The official WLTP fuel economy figure for the Peugeot 208 is 55.4 MPG. However, real-world MPG is typically 10–15% lower than WLTP due to cold starts, air conditioning, motorway speeds, and varying loads. WorthThePump uses a 12% real-world penalty to give a more accurate estimate.
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