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?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
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Price
30,100 - 43,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
431 - 631 km
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Electric Range
81 - 444 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 138 g/km
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co2
0 - 134 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
Estate
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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
1,840 - 2,280 kg
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Curb weight
1,484 - 1,783 kg
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Trunk capacity
540 L
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Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,861 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
485 - 505 kg
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Payload
417 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
131 - 195 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
280 - 515 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
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
96 - 143 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, E
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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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