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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Peugeot 308 SW - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (90000 £ vs 30100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Peugeot 308 SW?

BMW 8 Series Coupé

Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

8 Series Coupé

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Peugeot 308 SW has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30100 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 59880 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 SW manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Coupé with 6.70 L. The difference is about 4.40 L per 100 km.

308 SW

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 8 Series Coupé has a decisively edge – offering 625 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 430 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.20 s, while the Peugeot 308 SW takes 7.70 s. That’s about 4.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 8 Series Coupé performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Peugeot 308 SW tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 8 Series Coupé pulls decisively stronger with 750 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm difference.

8 Series Coupé

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 curb weight, Peugeot 308 SW is noticeable lighter – 1484 kg compared to 1805 kg. The difference is around 321 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers distinct more room – 551 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 111 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW 8 Series Coupé hardly perceptible takes the win – 545 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 SW is slightly ahead 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 8 Series Coupé
Peugeot 308 SW

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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
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.20 kWh
  • Electric Range : 78 - 410 km

BMW 8 Series Coupé

The BMW 8 Series Coupé blends elegant, low-slung coupé looks with a purposeful, athletic stance that hints at both comfort and serious driving fun. Inside it feels indulgent and driver-focused, the sort of car that turns motorway miles into a breeze while quietly daring you to chase a twisty back road — and yes, it photographs magnificently.

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Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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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 8 Series Coupé
Peugeot 308 SW

Costs and Consumption

Price
90000 - 158900 £
Price
30100 - 43800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.20 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
78 - 410 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
0 - 130 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1805 - 2085 kg
Curb weight
1484 - 1783 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Length
4851 - 5098 mm
Length
4636 mm
Width
1902 - 1943 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1346 - 1420 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1402 - 1483 L
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
417 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Peugeot
Is the BMW 8 Series Coupé offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-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.