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Hyundai i20 vs Peugeot 308 SW - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (90 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (18600 £ vs 30100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or Peugeot 308 SW?

Hyundai i20

4 (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

i20

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.

Hyundai i20 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18600 £ , while the Peugeot 308 SW costs 30100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11520 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 SW manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Hyundai i20 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.

308 SW

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 308 SW has a convincingly edge – offering 195 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 105 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 SW is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 7.70 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.50 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 308 SW pulls convincingly stronger with 300 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 128 Nm difference.

i20

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Hyundai i20 is evident lighter – 1145 kg compared to 1484 kg. The difference is around 339 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers evident more room – 551 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 199 L.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 SW barely noticeable takes the win – 508 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 SW is decisively 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.

Hyundai i20
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

Hyundai i20

4 (1 Reviews)
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The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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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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Hyundai i20
Peugeot 308 SW

Costs and Consumption

Price
18600 - 24000 £
Price
30100 - 43800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.70 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
128 - 129 g/km
co2
0 - 130 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1145 - 1170 kg
Curb weight
1484 - 1783 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Length
-
Length
4636 mm
Width
1775 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
-
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1402 - 1483 L
Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
417 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
172 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Peugeot
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i20 have?

The Hyundai i20 is offered with 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.