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Vauxhall Astra vs Peugeot 208 – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Vauxhall Astra or Peugeot 208 fits your lifestyle better.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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.

Peugeot 208 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20700 £, while the Vauxhall Astra costs 25200 £. That’s a price difference of around 4509 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Peugeot 208 with 4.50 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Peugeot 208: with 14.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Vauxhall Astra with 15.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.30 kWh.

As for range, the Peugeot 208 performs slight better – achieving up to 432 km, about 13 km more than the Vauxhall Astra.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Astra has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 225 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 69 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Astra performs a bit better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Peugeot 208 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Astra pulls noticeable stronger with 360 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Peugeot 208 is somewhat lighter – 1165 kg compared to 1341 kg. The difference is around 176 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers a bit more room – 422 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Astra performs to a small extent better – up to 1339 L, which is about 176 L more than the Peugeot 208.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra to a small extent takes the win – 509 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Vauxhall Astra proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Vauxhall Astra is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Vauxhall Astra

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.40 kWh
  • Electric Range : 82 - 419 km
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Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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Peugeot 208

The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25200 - 40500 £
Price
20700 - 35200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh
Electric Range
82 - 419 km
Electric Range
362 - 432 km
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
0 - 135 g/km
co2
0 - 117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
Curb weight
1165 - 1530 kg
Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Length
4374 mm
Length
4055 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1745 mm
Height
1432 - 1488 mm
Height
1430 mm
Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
Max trunk capacity
1118 - 1163 L
Payload
414 - 509 kg
Payload
380 - 430 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 225 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Peugeot

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What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Astra?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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