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Mercedes A-Class vs Peugeot 308 – Differences & prices compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A-Class or Peugeot 308?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29200 £, while the Mercedes A-Class costs 32300 £. That’s a price difference of around 3025 £.

Both cars consume an average of 2.30 L per 100 km – no difference here.

As for range, the Peugeot 308 performs clearly better – achieving up to 450 km, about 365 km more than the Mercedes A-Class.

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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 Mercedes A-Class has a noticeable edge – offering 320 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 125 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A-Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class performs minimal better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Peugeot 308 tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class pulls noticeable stronger with 450 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Mercedes A-Class is minimal lighter – 1440 kg compared to 1453 kg. The difference is around 13 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers slightly more room – 412 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 performs to a small extent better – up to 1323 L, which is about 133 L more than the Mercedes A-Class.

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

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes A-Class proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes A-Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £32,300
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Mercedes A-Class

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 8.3 L
  • Electric Range : 85 km

Mercedes A-Class

The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.

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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
32300 - 55600 £
Price
29200 - 42600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
53 - 188 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 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
1440 - 1695 kg
Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Length
4367 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Payload
475 - 485 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
Is the Mercedes A-Class offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.