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Peugeot 308 SW vs Dacia Sandero comparison

Compare performance (195 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 11,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 SW or Dacia Sandero?

Peugeot 308 SW vs Dacia Sandero: Key differences

Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Dacia Sandero

3.3 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly 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

308 SW

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Dacia Sandero is considerably cheaper – starting at 11,000 £ , while the Peugeot 308 SW costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,158 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 SW uses 2.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Dacia Sandero with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

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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 SW offers markedly more power – delivering 195 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 73 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 SW is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.7 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 9.7 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 308 SW delivers clearly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

308 SW

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Sandero is markedly lighter – 1,100 kg compared to 1,484 kg. The difference is around 384 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers clearly more boot space – 551 L compared to 372 L. That’s a difference of about 179 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 SW carries a bit more – 508 kg compared to 436 kg. That’s a difference of about 72 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 SW stands well ahead of its rival 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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308 SW

Peugeot 308 SW

  • 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 15.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 81 - 444 km
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Peugeot 308 SW

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.

Dacia Sandero

The Sandero is a no-nonsense hatchback that prioritises practicality and low running costs, making it a smart choice for budget-minded buyers. It delivers a surprisingly roomy interior and straightforward, useful equipment so you get everyday usability without paying for unnecessary frills.

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Reviews Dacia Sandero

3.3 (5 Reviews)
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Kamil
1 Jun 2026, 17:18:36

The Dacia Sandero is really great compared to the VW Polo, which I also have the pleasure of driving — more power, quicker acceleration, lots of space inside for five people as well as a large boot, and for me it’s a great car at a good price.

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Thierry
14 Apr 2026, 21:55:26

New car — but problems: water ingress in a vehicle that's only two years old, mould forming, a defective front plate and a black stain.

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Le
9 Mar 2026, 11:19:49

Hello — having tried the Sandero Stepway Extreme Auto 120.
The big downside is at the front, where large consoles on both the passenger and driver doors create a feeling that, as the kilometres go by, you have to drive with your knees squeezed together. On top of that, the small compartment between the two seats is more cumbersome than practical.
The rear seats are really spacious.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 43,800 £
Price
11,000 - 16,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.2 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
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
111 - 131 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,484 - 1,783 kg
Curb weight
1,100 - 1,297 kg
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
328 - 372 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,853 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
417 - 508 kg
Payload
385 - 436 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
67 - 122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 16.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
95 - 200 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
96 - 143 kW
Power kW
49 - 90 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Dacia
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 308 SW?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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