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Audi A8 vs Peugeot 308 SW - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (571 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (91400 £ vs 30100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Peugeot 308 SW?

Audi A8

5 (1 Reviews)
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Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A8

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Peugeot 308 SW has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30100 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 61251 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 SW manages with 2.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Audi A8 with 7 L. The difference is about 4.70 L per 100 km.

308 SW

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A8 has a significantly edge – offering 571 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 376 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Peugeot 308 SW takes 7.70 s. That’s about 3.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A8 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Peugeot 308 SW tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A8 pulls significantly stronger with 800 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm difference.

A8

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Peugeot 308 SW is evident lighter – 1484 kg compared to 2035 kg. The difference is around 551 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers barely noticeable more room – 551 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 46 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A8 evident takes the win – 700 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 192 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot 308 SW proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 308 SW is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £30,100
308 SW

Peugeot 308 SW

  • 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 - 5.1 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.20 kWh
  • Electric Range : 78 - 410 km
Audi A8
Peugeot 308 SW

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Audi A8

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.

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Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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The Peugeot 308 SW blends French flair with estate practicality, dressing up daily chores in a surprisingly handsome package. Inside it's cleverly laid out and comfortable, and the composed, entertaining drive makes family duty feel a little less like a chore.

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Audi A8
Peugeot 308 SW

Costs and Consumption

Price
91400 - 134900 £
Price
30100 - 43800 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 11.5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.20 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
78 - 410 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
183 - 260 g/km
co2
0 - 130 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2035 - 2295 kg
Curb weight
1484 - 1783 kg
Trunk capacity
505 L
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Length
5190 - 5320 mm
Length
4636 mm
Width
1945 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1473 - 1488 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1402 - 1483 L
Payload
540 - 700 kg
Payload
417 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Peugeot
Is the Audi A8 offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi A8 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.