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Peugeot 308 SW vs BMW X4 comparison

Compare performance (195 HP vs 510 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 51,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 SW or BMW X4?

Peugeot 308 SW vs BMW X4: Key differences

Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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BMW X4

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

308 SW

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 308 SW is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the BMW X4 costs 51,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,737 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 SW uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW X4 with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.7 L/100km.

X4

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 BMW X4 offers clearly more power – delivering 510 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 315 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X4 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Peugeot 308 SW takes 7.7 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X4 delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.

308 SW

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 SW is visibly lighter – 1,484 kg compared to 1,875 kg. The difference is around 391 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers very slightly more boot space – 551 L compared to 525 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X4 carries very slightly more – 545 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X4 holds a slight edge 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.

from £51,900
X4

BMW X4

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 510 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6 - 10.7 L/100km
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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 Peugeot 308 SW

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

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

pierre
29 Nov 2025, 17:19:44

150,000 km in 2 years — SW BlueHDi 1.5L 30cv. Comfortable, excellent gearbox. Maybe a bit noisy on the motorway, with air noise around the front doors. A slightly punchier engine would be welcome. The entire timing system was replaced under warranty at 110,000 km.

BMW X4

The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 43,800 £
Price
51,900 - 93,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 444 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
156 - 244 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,484 - 1,783 kg
Curb weight
1,875 - 2,095 kg
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
525 L
Length
-
Length
4,751 - 4,754 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,918 - 1,938 mm
Height
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Height
1,620 - 1,621 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Payload
417 - 508 kg
Payload
415 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
184 - 510 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
96 - 143 kW
Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
BMW
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 308 SW?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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