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Mercedes T Class vs Peugeot 308 comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (23,000 £ vs 29,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes T Class or Peugeot 308?

Mercedes T Class vs Peugeot 308: Key differences

Mercedes T Class

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
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Peugeot 308

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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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

T Class

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.

Mercedes T Class is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,000 £ , while the Peugeot 308 costs 29,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,270 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes T Class with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

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 Peugeot 308 offers markedly more power – delivering 195 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 64 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Mercedes T Class takes 11.6 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 308 delivers very slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

T Class

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 is only slightly lighter – 1,453 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 103 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes T Class carries markedly more – 630 kg compared to 503 kg. That’s a difference of about 127 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 holds a decisive 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.

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Peugeot 308

  • 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 15.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 81 - 450 km
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Mercedes T Class

The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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Reviews Mercedes T Class

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Derek Woolfson
20 May 2026, 17:10:55

Better all around

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 T Class
Peugeot 308

Costs and Consumption
Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
81 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
135 - 167 g/km
co2
0 - 133 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
521 - 630 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
96 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
Is the Mercedes T Class offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes T Class is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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