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Mazda CX-5 vs Peugeot 308 comparison

Compare performance (141 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 29,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-5 or Peugeot 308?

Mazda CX-5 vs Peugeot 308: Key differences

Mazda CX-5

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • markedly more trunk space
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Peugeot 308

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • visibly 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

CX-5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Peugeot 308 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 29,200 £ , while the Mazda CX-5 costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 754 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 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 Peugeot 308 offers markedly more power – delivering 195 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.5 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 308 is somewhat faster – reaching 225 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 308 delivers visibly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 62 Nm more.

CX-5

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 is somewhat lighter – 1,453 kg compared to 1,629 kg. The difference is around 176 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers markedly more boot space – 583 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 171 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 offers noticeably more capacity – up to 2,019 L, about 696 L more than the Peugeot 308.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-5 carries moderately more – 601 kg compared to 503 kg. That’s a difference of about 98 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.

from £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 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 78 - 450 km
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I've owned several Volvos, but I drive a Mazda now and would never switch back.

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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
30,000 - 39,500 £
Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
0.4 kWh
co2
157 - 168 g/km
co2
0 - 133 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 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
1,629 - 1,671 kg
Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 583 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4,690 mm
Length
4,367 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
1,695 mm
Height
1,438 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,019 L
Max trunk capacity
1,258 - 1,323 L
Payload
601 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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
141 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
195 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
238 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
104 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Peugeot
Is the Mazda CX-5 offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda CX-5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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