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Dacia Sandero vs Peugeot 308 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (110 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (10700 £ vs 29200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Sandero or Peugeot 308?

Dacia Sandero

Peugeot 308

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

Sandero

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.

Dacia Sandero has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 10700 £ , while the Peugeot 308 costs 29200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18532 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 manages with 2.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Dacia Sandero with 5.30 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.

308

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 Peugeot 308 has a convincingly edge – offering 195 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 85 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 10 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 308 performs a bit better – reaching 225 km/h, while the Dacia Sandero tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 42 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 308 pulls noticeable stronger with 300 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

Sandero

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, Dacia Sandero is evident lighter – 1089 kg compared to 1453 kg. The difference is around 364 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers noticeable more room – 412 L compared to 328 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 performs to a small extent better – up to 1323 L, which is about 215 L more than the Dacia Sandero.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 somewhat takes the win – 503 kg compared to 436 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

Dacia Sandero
Peugeot 308

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Peugeot 308

  • 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 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.60 kWh
  • Electric Range : 78 - 450 km

Dacia Sandero

The Dacia Sandero is the everyman's hatchback — unpretentious, practical and brilliantly affordable, with sensible space and straightforward charm where it matters most. It won't wow in the premium lane, but for buyers who want honest, dependable transport without showroom theatrics, the Sandero is a clever, no‑nonsense pick that keeps running costs low and grin levels high.

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Peugeot 308

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The 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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Dacia Sandero
Peugeot 308

Costs and Consumption

Price
10700 - 16700 £
Price
29200 - 42600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.1 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
105 - 140 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1089 - 1209 kg
Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
Trunk capacity
328 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4088 - 4099 mm
Length
4367 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1499 - 1535 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1108 L
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Payload
404 - 436 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 110 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10 - 16.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
158 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
95 - 200 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
49 - 81 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the Dacia Sandero?

The Dacia Sandero is available as Front-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.