Global EV Comparison: Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh vs Peugeot e-208 51 kWh
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh (2023-…) has a starting price of €31490, compared to the Peugeot e-208 51 kWh (2023-…), which starts at €40875.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh | Peugeot e-208 51 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Spain | Slovakia |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €31490 | €40875 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €28880 | €30488 |
| GCC Score | 5.3 | 5 |
Range and Efficiency
Although both cars have the same battery capacity, Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh (2023-…) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.
| Property | Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh | Peugeot e-208 51 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 406 km | 400 km |
| Range (GCC) | 353 km | 340 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 51 kWh | 51 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 48.1 kWh | 48.1 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 13.6 kWh/100 km | 14.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.34 km/kWh | 7.07 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.7 | 7.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 100 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.4 kW.
| Property | Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh | Peugeot e-208 51 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 4.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh | Peugeot e-208 51 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 115 kW | 115 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 154 hp | 154 hp |
| Motor Torque | 260 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.1 s | 8.2 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 3 |
Dimensions
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh (2023-…) and Peugeot e-208 51 kWh (2023-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh | Peugeot e-208 51 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4061 mm | 4055 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1765 mm | 1765 mm |
| Height | 1435 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2538 mm | 2540 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the Peugeot e-208 51 kWh (2023-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh | Peugeot e-208 51 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1544 kg | 1550 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 267 l | 265 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1042 l | 1106 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.6 | 3.5 |
