Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the Peugeot 408 makes the stronger numbers-led case: its RM92,833 lower entry price brings 215 hp and 300 Nm, a 536-litre boot and a 2,787 mm wheelbase. The Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan is quicker to 100 km/h by 0.5 seconds at 8.3 seconds, and counters with seven airbags, powered memory front seats and Active Parking Assist. Choose it for those cabin and safety extras, not outright space or power; the Peugeot is materially larger and has a seven-year/200,000 km warranty.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan if you want the 8.3-second 0-100 km/h time, seven airbags, front-seat memory and Active Parking Assist.
Pick the Peugeot 408 if you want 215 hp, 300 Nm, a 536-litre boot and a far longer seven-year/200,000 km warranty for much less money.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan RM238,888; Peugeot 408 RM146,055.
- Power and torque: Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan 161 hp and 270 Nm; Peugeot 408 215 hp and 300 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan 8.3 seconds; Peugeot 408 8.8 seconds.
- Dimensions and boot: Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan is 4,549 mm long with 420 litres; Peugeot 408 is 4,687 mm long with 536 litres.
- Wheelbase and rear suspension: Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan 2,729 mm and torsion beam; Peugeot 408 2,787 mm and multi-link.
- Warranty: Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan two years/unlimited mileage; Peugeot 408 seven years/200,000 km.
A-Class Sedan
- 0-100 km/h is 0.5 seconds quicker
- Seven airbags and Active Parking Assist
- Powered front seats with memory and 64-colour ambient lighting
- RM92,833 more expensive
- Less power and torque: 161 hp/270 Nm versus 215 hp/300 Nm
- Smaller 420-litre boot versus 536 litres
408
- 215 hp and 300 Nm from its 1.6-litre turbo
- 536-litre boot, 2,787 mm wheelbase and rear AC vents
- Seven-year/200,000 km warranty
- 0-100 km/h takes 8.8 seconds versus 8.3 seconds
- Six airbags versus seven
- No Active Parking Assist
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM238,888 | RM146,055✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing | 16-Valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,332 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 161 hp at 5,500 rpm | 215 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 270 Nm at 2,000 rpm | 300 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.2 mm × 81.4 mm | 77 mm × 85.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7G-DCT | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Getrag | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.3 seconds✓ | 8.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,549 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width | 1,796 mm | 1,859 mm |
| Height | 1,446 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,729 mm | 2,787 mm |
| Weight | 1,385 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 420 litres | 536 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | 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" Five-twin-spoke Alloy | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Five-twin-spoke Alloy | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort Lowered Suspension | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Pelvis, Front and Rear Curtain) | 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, Active Brake Assist | Yes |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function | Driver Powered Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front USB-C, 1 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 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 | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Active Parking Assist | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | No | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 200,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 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.
Used A-Class Sedan & 408 for sale
A-Class Sedan vs 408 FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan or Peugeot 408 better?
The Peugeot 408 is better for value, power, luggage space and warranty coverage. The Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan is the better fit if its quicker 8.3-second sprint, seventh airbag, memory front seats and Active Parking Assist matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan costs RM92,833 more than the Peugeot 408: RM238,888 against RM146,055.
Which has the bigger boot and longer warranty?
The Peugeot 408 does. Its boot holds 536 litres versus 420 litres in the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan, and its warranty runs for seven years or 200,000 km versus two years with unlimited mileage.
