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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Peugeot 308 – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or Peugeot 308?

Mazda 3 Hatchback

Peugeot 308

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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.

Mazda 3 Hatchback has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the Peugeot 308 costs 29200 £. That’s a price difference of around 4689 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.60 L. The difference is about 3.30 L per 100 km.

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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 Peugeot 308 has a minimal edge – offering 195 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 9 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 308 performs minimal better – reaching 225 km/h, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback tops out at 216 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 308 pulls slightly stronger with 300 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Mazda 3 Hatchback is minimal lighter – 1419 kg compared to 1453 kg. The difference is around 34 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers a bit more room – 412 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 61 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 performs evident better – up to 1323 L, which is about 297 L more than the Mazda 3 Hatchback.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 barely noticeable takes the win – 503 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot 308 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 308 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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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Mazda 3 Hatchback

The Mazda 3 hatchback blends elegant design with a surprisingly sporty drive, giving a cabin that feels more upscale than you’d expect for the segment. Practical enough for everyday life yet eager to entertain behind the wheel, it’s a smart, good-humored choice that makes even grocery runs feel like a mini escape.

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Peugeot 308

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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
24500 - 35500 £
Price
29200 - 42600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1419 - 1549 kg
Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4460 mm
Length
4367 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1435 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1022 - 1026 L
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Payload
470 - 485 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
199 - 216 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

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

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What drivetrain options does the Mazda 3 Hatchback have?

The Mazda 3 Hatchback is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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