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Lexus ES vs Peugeot 308 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 29,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Peugeot 308?

Lexus ES vs Peugeot 308: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • marginally more trunk space
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Peugeot 308

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Peugeot 308 is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,200 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,348 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 uses 2.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus ES with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

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 Lexus ES offers somewhat more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 23 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

ES

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 terms of curb weight, Peugeot 308 is somewhat lighter – 1,453 kg compared to 1,680 kg. The difference is around 227 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus ES offers marginally more boot space – 454 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 carries marginally more – 503 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 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.

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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 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 81 - 450 km
Lexus ES
Peugeot 308

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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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Peugeot 308

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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Lexus ES
Peugeot 308

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
81 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 g/km
co2
0 - 133 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Peugeot
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