Compare performance (371 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 29,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Peugeot 308?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Peugeot 308 is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,200 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,063 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Lexus RX with 3.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Peugeot 308 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 450 km, about 383 km more than the Lexus RX.
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 Lexus RX offers considerably more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX delivers clearly more torque with 551 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 251 Nm more.
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 is considerably lighter – 1,453 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 587 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lexus RX offers slightly more boot space – 461 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries slightly more – 620 kg compared to 503 kg. That’s a difference of about 117 kg.
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.
The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
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Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 km
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Electric Range
81 - 450 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
75 - 183 g/km
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co2
0 - 133 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
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Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
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Trunk capacity
461 L
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Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,920 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
575 - 620 kg
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Payload
430 - 503 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
207 - 371 HP
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Power HP
131 - 195 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
551 Nm
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
152 - 273 kW
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Power kW
96 - 143 kW
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Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Peugeot
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