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Mercedes GLB vs Peugeot 308 SW comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 30,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Peugeot 308 SW?

Mercedes GLB vs Peugeot 308 SW: Key differences

Mercedes GLB

3.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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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

GLB

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 SW is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,077 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 SW uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes GLB is very slightly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 15.7 kWh/100km for the Peugeot 308 SW. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLB offers visibly more range – reaching up to 631 km, about 187 km more than the Peugeot 308 SW.

308 SW

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 GLB offers considerably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 159 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLB is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Peugeot 308 SW takes 7.7 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLB delivers significantly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 215 Nm more.

GLB

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 SW is markedly lighter – 1,484 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 356 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers only slightly more boot space – 551 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 SW carries barely more – 508 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 SW holds a narrow 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.

from £30,100
308 SW

Peugeot 308 SW

  • 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 15.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 81 - 444 km
Mercedes GLB
Peugeot 308 SW

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes GLB

The Mercedes GLB is a compact luxury SUV that blends smart packaging with a polished, composed driving experience. Its flexible interior and premium feel make it a sensible pick for buyers who want Mercedes comfort and practicality in a smaller footprint.

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Peugeot 308 SW

The Peugeot 308 SW blends French flair with estate practicality, dressing up daily chores in a surprisingly handsome package. Inside it's cleverly laid out and comfortable, and the composed, entertaining drive makes family duty feel a little less like a chore.

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Mercedes GLB
Peugeot 308 SW

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
Price
30,100 - 43,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
431 - 631 km
Electric Range
81 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 138 g/km
co2
0 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,840 - 2,280 kg
Curb weight
1,484 - 1,783 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 505 kg
Payload
417 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Full 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
96 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
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