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Mercedes GLA vs Peugeot 308 – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Mercedes GLA meets Peugeot 308.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Mercedes GLA

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Peugeot 308

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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 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29200 £, while the Mercedes GLA costs 38800 £. That’s a price difference of around 9599 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 manages with 2.30 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Mercedes GLA with 2.90 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Peugeot 308 performs significantly better – achieving up to 450 km, about 376 km more than the Mercedes GLA.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLA has a decisively edge – offering 421 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 226 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.30 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLA performs to a small extent better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Peugeot 308 tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLA pulls evident stronger with 500 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 200 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, Peugeot 308 is slight lighter – 1453 kg compared to 1570 kg. The difference is around 117 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLA offers barely noticeable more room – 435 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLA performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1430 L, which is about 107 L more than the Peugeot 308.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 slight takes the win – 503 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes GLA shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Mercedes GLA
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Mercedes GLA

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.9 - 9.5 L
  • Electric Range : 74 km
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Mercedes GLA

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The Mercedes GLA blends Mercedes style with compact crossover practicality, looking sharper than its size suggests while still feeling purposeful around town. Inside it serves up premium materials and tech-forward ergonomics, and the composed ride makes it an appealing pick for buyers who want luxury wrapped in a city-friendly package with a wink of adventurous spirit.

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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
38800 - 75300 £
Price
29200 - 42600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Electric Range
74 km
Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
66 - 216 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 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
1570 - 1810 kg
Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4412 - 4443 mm
Length
4367 mm
Width
1834 - 1849 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1590 - 1616 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Payload
480 - 500 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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 - 421 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 310 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, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot

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

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