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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
91400 - 134900 £
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Price
30100 - 43800 £
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Consumption L/100km
7 - 11.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.20 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
78 - 410 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
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co2
183 - 260 g/km
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co2
0 - 130 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
82 L
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2035 - 2295 kg
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Curb weight
1484 - 1783 kg
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Trunk capacity
505 L
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Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
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Length
5190 - 5320 mm
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Length
4636 mm
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Width
1945 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1473 - 1488 mm
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Height
1438 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1402 - 1483 L
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Payload
540 - 700 kg
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Payload
417 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
286 - 571 HP
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Power HP
131 - 195 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
210 - 420 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Peugeot
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The Audi A8 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.