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Vauxhall Corsa vs Peugeot 308 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (156 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (19600 £ vs 29200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Corsa or Peugeot 308?

Vauxhall Corsa

Peugeot 308

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

Corsa

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Vauxhall Corsa has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19600 £ , while the Peugeot 308 costs 29200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9617 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Vauxhall Corsa with 4.60 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Corsa: with 14.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the Peugeot 308 with 15.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.20 kWh.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 308 performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 450 km, about 26 km more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

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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 has a slightly edge – offering 195 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Vauxhall Corsa takes 7.90 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 308 performs slight better – reaching 225 km/h, while the Vauxhall Corsa tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 308 pulls somewhat stronger with 300 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

Corsa

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, Vauxhall Corsa is clearly perceptible lighter – 1175 kg compared to 1453 kg. The difference is around 278 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers clearly perceptible more room – 412 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 103 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 performs noticeable better – up to 1323 L, which is about 281 L more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 to a small extent takes the win – 503 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 58 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 is decisively ahead 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.

Vauxhall Corsa
Peugeot 308

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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 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.60 kWh
  • Electric Range : 78 - 450 km

Vauxhall Corsa

The Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.

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Peugeot 308

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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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Vauxhall Corsa
Peugeot 308

Costs and Consumption

Price
19600 - 30600 £
Price
29200 - 42600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.2 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Electric Range
347 - 424 km
Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1175 - 1544 kg
Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4061 mm
Length
4367 mm
Width
1765 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1435 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1042 L
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Payload
376 - 445 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Corsa?

The Vauxhall Corsa is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.