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Lexus ES vs Peugeot 308 SW comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 30,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Peugeot 308 SW?

Lexus ES vs Peugeot 308 SW: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
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Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Peugeot 308 SW is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,465 £.

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

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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 SW is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7.7 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 308 SW is moderately lighter – 1,484 kg compared to 1,680 kg. The difference is around 196 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers a bit more boot space – 551 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 SW carries only slightly more – 508 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 SW is clearly superior overall 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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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/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 81 - 444 km
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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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Reviews Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Peugeot 308 SW

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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4.5 (2 Reviews)
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GT
6 Dec 2025, 17:50:57

Great car with a smooth ride. I have 308 SW GT, with the 180HP PHEV engine

pierre
29 Nov 2025, 17:19:44

150,000 km in 2 years — SW BlueHDi 1.5L 30cv. Comfortable, excellent gearbox. Maybe a bit noisy on the motorway, with air noise around the front doors. A slightly punchier engine would be welcome. The entire timing system was replaced under warranty at 110,000 km.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
30,100 - 43,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
81 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 g/km
co2
0 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
1,484 - 1,783 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
417 - 508 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
7.7 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
96 - 143 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
Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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