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BMW 1 Series vs Peugeot 308 SW comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 30,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Peugeot 308 SW?

BMW 1 Series vs Peugeot 308 SW: Key differences

BMW 1 Series

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  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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Peugeot 308 SW

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  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

1 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW 1 Series is only slightly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Peugeot 308 SW costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,320 £.

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

308 SW

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 clearly 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 clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Peugeot 308 SW takes 7.7 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 1 Series is barely faster – reaching 226 km/h, while the Peugeot 308 SW tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

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

1 Series

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 terms of curb weight, BMW 1 Series is barely lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 1,484 kg. The difference is around 19 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers noticeably more boot space – 551 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 171 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 SW offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,483 L, about 348 L more than the BMW 1 Series.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 1 Series carries marginally more – 510 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 SW is clearly superior overall 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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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/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 78 - 444 km
BMW 1 Series
Peugeot 308 SW

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Dimensions and Body

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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 SW

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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BMW 1 Series
Peugeot 308 SW

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,800 - 51,900 £
Price
30,100 - 43,800 £
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
15.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
78 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
0.4 kWh
co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
0 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,465 - 1,625 kg
Curb weight
1,484 - 1,783 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Length
4,361 mm
Length
4,636 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
1,438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Max trunk capacity
1,402 - 1,483 L
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
417 - 508 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
7.7 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
210 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
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 - 144 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
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