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Ford Focus vs Peugeot 308 SW - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (280 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 30100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Peugeot 308 SW?

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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

Focus

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.

Ford Focus has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £ , while the Peugeot 308 SW costs 30100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2606 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 SW manages with 2.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.

308 SW

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 Ford Focus has a evident edge – offering 280 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 85 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Peugeot 308 SW takes 7.70 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus 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: Ford Focus pulls distinct stronger with 420 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.

Focus

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Ford Focus is somewhat lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1484 kg. The difference is around 154 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers evident more room – 551 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 159 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 SW performs slight better – up to 1483 L, which is about 129 L more than the Ford Focus.

When it comes to payload, Ford Focus hardly perceptible takes the win – 560 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 SW comes out ahead with a more balanced overall result 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.

Ford Focus
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

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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The Ford Focus remains a clever all‑rounder that balances sharp handling with everyday comfort, making it a strong choice whether your commute is city streets or country lanes. Its practical cabin and sensible running costs mean you’ll spend more time enjoying the drive and less time worrying about ownership, with a playful streak underfoot that keeps things interesting.

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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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Ford Focus
Peugeot 308 SW

Costs and Consumption

Price
27500 - 42700 £
Price
30100 - 43800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 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
117 - 183 g/km
co2
0 - 130 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
Curb weight
1484 - 1783 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Length
4636 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Max trunk capacity
1402 - 1483 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
417 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2022 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the Ford Focus?

Available configurations include 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.