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Audi A1 vs Peugeot 308 – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi A1 or Peugeot 308 fits your lifestyle better.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi A1 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19700 £, while the Peugeot 308 costs 29200 £. That’s a price difference of around 9566 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 manages with 2.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Audi A1 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A1 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 207 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A1 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A1 performs slight better – reaching 245 km/h, while the Peugeot 308 tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A1 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 320 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi A1 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1175 kg compared to 1453 kg. The difference is around 278 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers a bit more room – 412 L compared to 335 L. That’s a difference of about 77 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 performs slightly better – up to 1323 L, which is about 233 L more than the Audi A1.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 slight takes the win – 503 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Peugeot 308 shows itself to be offers a more balanced package and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £29,200
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Peugeot 308

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 131 - 195 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 5 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.60 kWh
  • Electric Range : 78 - 450 km
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Audi A1

The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.

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Peugeot 308

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The Peugeot 308 brings a sleek, feline profile and an unexpectedly upscale cabin, with clever packaging and materials that feel a touch more premium than you might expect. It’s composed on the road, easy to live with for daily life, and a smart choice if you want a stylish hatch that still behaves when the road gets interesting.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
19700 - 28300 £
Price
29200 - 42600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
118 - 146 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1175 - 1365 kg
Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
Trunk capacity
335 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4029 - 4046 mm
Length
4367 mm
Width
1740 - 1756 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1409 - 1459 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1090 L
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Payload
410 - 470 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
182 - 245 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Peugeot

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What drive types are available for the Audi A1?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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