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Mercedes GLA vs Peugeot 308 comparison
Compare performance (421 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (38,800 £ vs 29,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLA or Peugeot 308?
Mercedes GLA vs Peugeot 308: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Peugeot 308 is visibly cheaper – starting at 29,200 £ , while the Mercedes GLA costs 38,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,599 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 uses 2.3 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Mercedes GLA with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Peugeot 308 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 450 km, about 376 km more than the Mercedes GLA.
308
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 Mercedes GLA offers substantially more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 226 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLA delivers noticeably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.
GLA
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 very slightly lighter – 1,453 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 117 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLA offers very slightly more boot space – 435 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.
When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 carries barely more – 503 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Peugeot 308 is narrowly ahead 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
Mercedes GLA
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Mercedes GLA
The Mercedes GLA is a compact luxury crossover that brings Mercedes-Benz's refined design and premium cabin materials into a practical, city-friendly package. It combines comfortable ride quality and intuitive tech with poised handling, making it a confident choice for everyday driving and longer journeys.
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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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Mercedes GLA
Peugeot 308
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
38,800 - 75,300 £
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Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
74 km
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Electric Range
81 - 450 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
66 - 216 g/km
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co2
0 - 133 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,570 - 1,810 kg
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Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
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Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
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Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,834 - 1,849 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
480 - 500 kg
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Payload
430 - 503 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Power HP
131 - 195 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 500 Nm
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Power kW
96 - 143 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Peugeot
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