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Audi Q3 vs Peugeot 308 SW – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi Q3 or Peugeot 308 SW 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.

Peugeot 308 SW has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30100 £, while the Audi Q3 costs 38200 £. That’s a price difference of around 8108 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q3 manages with 1.70 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Peugeot 308 SW with 2.30 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Peugeot 308 SW performs decisively better – achieving up to 410 km, about 291 km more than the Audi Q3.

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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 Q3 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 272 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q3 is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Peugeot 308 SW takes 7.70 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q3 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Peugeot 308 SW tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q3 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 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, Peugeot 308 SW is somewhat lighter – 1484 kg compared to 1635 kg. The difference is around 151 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers a bit more room – 551 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 63 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 SW performs barely noticeable better – up to 1483 L, which is about 97 L more than the Audi Q3.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q3 hardly perceptible takes the win – 535 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi Q3 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.

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Audi Q3

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 8.6 L
  • Electric Range : 118 - 119 km
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The Audi Q3 feels like a grown-up compact SUV with premium polish and city-friendly agility, the sort of car that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally satisfying. Inside, you get quality materials and smart packaging that keep things practical without skimping on style, so it’s an easy pick for buyers who want luxury without the drama.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
38200 - 52900 £
Price
30100 - 43800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 8.6 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.20 kWh
Electric Range
118 - 119 km
Electric Range
78 - 410 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
39 - 195 g/km
co2
0 - 130 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1635 - 1900 kg
Curb weight
1484 - 1783 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 488 L
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Length
4531 mm
Length
4636 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1559 - 1601 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1196 - 1386 L
Max trunk capacity
1402 - 1483 L
Payload
505 - 535 kg
Payload
417 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
208 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

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

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Is the Audi Q3 offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi Q3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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