Two cars, one duel: BMW 3 Series Touring meets Peugeot 308 SW.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Peugeot 308 SW has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30100 £, while the BMW 3 Series Touring costs 41100 £. That’s a price difference of around 10937 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 SW manages with 2.30 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the BMW 3 Series Touring with 2.50 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Peugeot 308 SW performs decisively better – achieving up to 410 km, about 313 km more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.
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 Touring has a significantly edge – offering 550 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 355 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Peugeot 308 SW takes 7.70 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs distinct better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Peugeot 308 SW tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 3 Series Touring pulls decisively stronger with 700 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Peugeot 308 SW is slightly lighter – 1484 kg compared to 1650 kg. The difference is around 166 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers slight more room – 551 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 51 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs slight better – up to 1510 L, which is about 27 L more than the Peugeot 308 SW.
When it comes to payload, BMW 3 Series Touring hardly perceptible takes the win – 520 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.
The BMW 3 Series Touring proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 3 Series Touring is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The BMW 3 Series Touring blends sporting poise with everyday practicality, wrapping sharp handling and a premium cabin into a wagon that actually makes errands feel enjoyable. It’s the kind of car that hides a family-hauler’s sense of duty beneath a driver's-car attitude — useful, classy, and just cheeky enough to make you smile on the open road.
detailsThe 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 |
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Price
41100 - 131100 £
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Price
30100 - 43800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.20 kWh
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Electric Range
91 - 97 km
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Electric Range
78 - 410 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
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co2
57 - 238 g/km
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co2
0 - 130 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1650 - 2025 kg
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Curb weight
1484 - 1783 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
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Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
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Length
4713 - 4801 mm
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Length
4636 mm
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Width
1827 - 1918 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1440 - 1448 mm
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Height
1438 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
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Max trunk capacity
1402 - 1483 L
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Payload
405 - 520 kg
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Payload
417 - 508 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, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction 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 - 550 HP
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Power HP
131 - 195 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
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Max Speed
213 - 300 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
110 - 405 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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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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The BMW 3 Series Touring is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.