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BMW 1 Series vs Peugeot 308 - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (300 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (28800 £ vs 29200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Peugeot 308?
1 Series
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW 1 Series has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28800 £ , while the Peugeot 308 costs 29200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 437 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 manages with 2.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW 1 Series with 4.30 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.
308
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 BMW 1 Series has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 300 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 105 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 1 Series is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 1 Series performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Peugeot 308 tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 1 Series pulls noticeable stronger with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.
1 Series
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 is slight lighter – 1453 kg compared to 1465 kg. The difference is around 12 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers hardly perceptible more room – 412 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 performs slight better – up to 1323 L, which is about 123 L more than the BMW 1 Series.
When it comes to payload, BMW 1 Series hardly perceptible takes the win – 510 kg compared to 503 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Peugeot 308 has the upper hand in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
BMW 1 Series
Peugeot 308
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from about £29,200
Peugeot 308
BMW 1 Series
5 (1 Reviews)
The BMW 1 Series is a compact premium hatchback that injects a proper sense of driving fun into everyday life, with sharp handling and a cabin that punches above its class. It’s a great pick for buyers who want sporty manners without losing practicality, and yes, you’ll still get that unmistakable BMW grin behind the wheel.
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Peugeot 308
5 (1 Reviews)
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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BMW 1 Series
Peugeot 308
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
28800 - 51100 £
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Price
29200 - 42600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
78 - 450 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
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co2
112 - 173 g/km
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co2
0 - 129 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
49 L
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1465 - 1625 kg
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Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
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Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
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Length
4361 mm
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Length
4367 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1459 mm
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Height
1438 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1135 - 1200 L
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Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
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Payload
475 - 510 kg
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Payload
430 - 503 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 300 HP
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Power HP
131 - 195 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
90 - 221 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Peugeot
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What drive types are available for the BMW 1 Series?
The BMW 1 Series is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or 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.