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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 (11 Reviews)
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  • slightly more trunk space
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Peugeot 308

5 (2 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.

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 slightly more boot space – 466 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 54 L.

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.

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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
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Mazda CX-5

The Mazda CX-5 blends sporty handling with a refined, premium interior, making everyday driving feel engaging and comfortable. It pairs stylish design and thoughtful cabin materials with user-friendly tech to deliver a well-rounded compact SUV that suits drivers who want more driver involvement without sacrificing practicality.

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Reviews Mazda CX-5

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Ghighi
26 Jul 2026, 15:53:31

Mazda is much better designed. Audis are pretty ugly overall, especially the "Q" series.

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Marc Adriaans
4 Jun 2026, 13:04:31

I've been driving Mazdas for about ten years now without problems and with a lot of enjoyment. The last 3.5 years in a CX‑5. A really nice, smooth car that can tow quite a bit too, although I wouldn't recommend doing that with the FWD because it lacks grip on the front axle — so if you fit a towbar always choose the AWD. The only downside I can think of, after long consideration, is... nothing 🤔

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Bengt
25 Jan 2026, 14:05:09

I've owned several Volvos, but I drive a Mazda now and would never switch back.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,000 - 39,500 £
Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.5 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
81 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
157 - 169 g/km
co2
0 - 133 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,629 - 1,671 kg
Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
566 - 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
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
238 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
104 kW
Power kW
96 - 143 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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