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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Peugeot 208 comparison
Compare performance (530 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 21,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Peugeot 208?
BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Peugeot 208: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
3 Series Saloon
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 208 is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,960 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Peugeot 208 with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Peugeot 208 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 432 km, about 331 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.
208
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 3 Series Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 374 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm more.
3 Series Saloon
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, Peugeot 208 is visibly lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 410 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers noticeably more boot space – 480 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries slightly more – 495 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 3 Series Saloon is far ahead 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.
from £39,900
BMW 3 Series Saloon
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Peugeot 208
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.
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Peugeot 208
The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Peugeot 208
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
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Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Electric Range
363 - 432 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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co2
0 - 116 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Width
1,745 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Payload
380 - 430 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
101 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Peugeot
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