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Kia Niro vs Peugeot 308 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (180 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 29200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Peugeot 308?

Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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Peugeot 308

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia Niro has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Peugeot 308 costs 29200 £. That’s a price difference of around 103 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 manages with 2.30 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Kia Niro with 2.40 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Peugeot 308 performs clearly better – achieving up to 450 km, about 388 km more than the Kia Niro.

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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 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 195 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 15 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 308 performs somewhat better – reaching 225 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 308 pulls somewhat stronger with 300 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, Peugeot 308 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1453 kg compared to 1474 kg. The difference is around 21 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Niro offers minimal more room – 451 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 39 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs minimal better – up to 1445 L, which is about 122 L more than the Peugeot 308.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 minimal takes the win – 503 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot 308 proves to be wins the duel decisively 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
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Kia Niro

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The Kia Niro blends clever packaging and modern styling into a compact crossover that’s refreshingly sensible for daily life. It’s comfortable, economical and packed with user‑friendly tech, so if you want a fuss‑free family car with a touch of green credibility, the Niro is worth a test drive.

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Peugeot 308

5 (1 Reviews)
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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
29100 - 38600 £
Price
29200 - 42600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
53 - 111 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4420 mm
Length
4367 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
1580 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Peugeot

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Is the Kia Niro offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Niro is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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