Compare performance (748 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 29,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Peugeot 308?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Peugeot 308 is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,200 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 86,905 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 uses 2.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW XM with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Peugeot 308 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 450 km, about 370 km more than the BMW XM.
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 XM offers substantially more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 553 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers considerably more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 700 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 308 is substantially lighter – 1,453 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 1,242 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW XM offers markedly more boot space – 527 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries very slightly more – 525 kg compared to 503 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.
The Peugeot 308 stands well ahead of its rival 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.
The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.
detailsThe 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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Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
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Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
78 - 80 km
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Electric Range
81 - 450 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
105 - 119 g/km
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co2
0 - 133 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
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
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Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
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Trunk capacity
527 L
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Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
2,005 mm
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Width
1,852 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
505 - 525 kg
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Payload
430 - 503 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
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
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
476 - 748 HP
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Power HP
131 - 195 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
350 - 550 kW
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Power kW
96 - 143 kW
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Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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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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