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Mazda MX-30 vs Peugeot 308 comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 29,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Peugeot 308?

Mazda MX-30 vs Peugeot 308: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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Peugeot 308

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  • barely cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Peugeot 308 is barely cheaper – starting at 29,200 £ , while the Mazda MX-30 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,611 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 308 is a bit more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 18.3 kWh/100km for the Mazda MX-30. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 308 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 450 km, about 365 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Peugeot 308 offers a bit more power – delivering 195 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 308 is visibly lighter – 1,453 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 396 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers moderately more boot space – 412 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 carries markedly more – 503 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 101 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 stands well ahead of its rival 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 MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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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
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
81 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 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
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
402 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
96 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Peugeot
What drivetrain options does the Mazda MX-30 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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