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Vauxhall Astra vs Peugeot 308 SW - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (225 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (25200 £ vs 30100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or Peugeot 308 SW?

Vauxhall Astra

Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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.

Vauxhall Astra has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Peugeot 308 SW costs 30100 £. That’s a price difference of around 4929 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Peugeot 308 SW with 2.30 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Peugeot 308 SW: with 15.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Vauxhall Astra with 15.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.20 kWh.

As for range, the Vauxhall Astra performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 419 km, about 9 km more than the Peugeot 308 SW.

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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 somewhat edge – offering 225 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Peugeot 308 SW takes 7.70 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Astra performs minimal better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Peugeot 308 SW tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Astra pulls slightly stronger with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is slightly lighter – 1341 kg compared to 1484 kg. The difference is around 143 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers clearly perceptible more room – 551 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 129 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 SW performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1483 L, which is about 144 L more than the Vauxhall Astra.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra hardly perceptible takes the win – 509 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Vauxhall Astra shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £25,200
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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 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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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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Reviews Opel Astra

Reviews Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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6 Dec 2025, 17:50:57

Great car with a smooth ride. I have 308 SW GT, with the 180HP PHEV engine

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25200 - 40500 £
Price
30100 - 43800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.20 kWh
Electric Range
82 - 419 km
Electric Range
78 - 410 km
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
0 - 135 g/km
co2
0 - 130 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
Curb weight
1484 - 1783 kg
Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Length
4374 mm
Length
4636 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1432 - 1488 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
Max trunk capacity
1402 - 1483 L
Payload
414 - 509 kg
Payload
417 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction 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
130 - 225 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

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