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BMW 1 Series vs Peugeot 308 comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (29,400 £ vs 29,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Peugeot 308?

BMW 1 Series vs Peugeot 308: Key differences

BMW 1 Series

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  • markedly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot 308

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  • marginally cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Peugeot 308 is marginally cheaper – starting at 29,200 £ , while the BMW 1 Series costs 29,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 120 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW 1 Series with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

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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 BMW 1 Series offers markedly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 105 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 1 Series is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 1 Series delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 308 is only slightly lighter – 1,453 kg compared to 1,465 kg. The difference is around 12 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers marginally more boot space – 412 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 1 Series carries very slightly more – 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 holds a narrow overall lead 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.

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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 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 81 - 450 km
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BMW 1 Series

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

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
29,400 - 51,900 £
Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
81 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
0 - 133 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,465 - 1,625 kg
Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
96 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the BMW 1 Series?

The BMW 1 Series is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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