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Peugeot 308 SW vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (195 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 SW or Ford Focus?

Peugeot 308 SW vs Ford Focus: Key differences

Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit 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

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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.

Ford Focus is barely cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Peugeot 308 SW costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,606 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 SW uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

Focus

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Focus offers visibly more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 85 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Peugeot 308 SW takes 7.7 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Focus delivers markedly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

308 SW

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is a bit lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,484 kg. The difference is around 154 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers clearly more boot space – 551 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 159 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries marginally more – 560 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 SW holds a solid overall lead 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.

Ford Focus

The Ford Focus remains a clever all‑rounder that balances sharp handling with everyday comfort, making it a strong choice whether your commute is city streets or country lanes. Its practical cabin and sensible running costs mean you’ll spend more time enjoying the drive and less time worrying about ownership, with a playful streak underfoot that keeps things interesting.

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4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Henk
28 Dec 2025, 23:33:18

Good handling and more than enough pulling power from the 1.5‑litre EcoBoost.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 43,800 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 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
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,484 - 1,783 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
-
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
417 - 508 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 143 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Ford
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 308 SW?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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