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Fiat 500 vs Peugeot 308 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Peugeot 308?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Fiat 500 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18800 £, while the Peugeot 308 costs 29200 £. That’s a price difference of around 10389 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 manages with 2.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.30 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Fiat 500: with 13 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the Peugeot 308 with 15.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.60 kWh.

As for range, the Peugeot 308 performs noticeable better – achieving up to 450 km, about 119 km more than the Fiat 500.

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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 Peugeot 308 has a evident edge – offering 195 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 308 performs noticeable better – reaching 225 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 308 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 300 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Peugeot 308 offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Fiat 500 is distinct lighter – 1141 kg compared to 1453 kg. The difference is around 312 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers clearly more room – 412 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 227 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 performs convincingly better – up to 1323 L, which is about 773 L more than the Fiat 500.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 distinct takes the win – 503 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 178 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot 308 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 308 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £29,200
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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

Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.

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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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Costs and Consumption

Price
18800 - 30800 £
Price
29200 - 42600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.30 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3 - 4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1141 - 1475 kg
Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
3631 - 3632 mm
Length
4367 mm
Width
1683 - 1684 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1527 - 1532 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
220 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Peugeot
What drivetrain options does the Fiat 500 have?

The Fiat 500 is offered with Front-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.