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Peugeot 308 SW vs Ford Kuga comparison

Compare performance (195 HP vs 243 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 SW or Ford Kuga?

Peugeot 308 SW vs Ford Kuga: Key differences

Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • barely lighter
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Ford Kuga

4.2 (6 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • barely 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 slightly cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Ford Kuga costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,122 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 SW uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Kuga with 2.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 308 SW offers significantly more range – reaching up to 444 km, about 376 km more than the Ford Kuga.

Kuga

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 Ford Kuga offers a bit more power – delivering 243 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.3 s, while the Peugeot 308 SW takes 7.7 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 308 SW delivers a bit more torque with 300 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 60 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, Peugeot 308 SW is barely lighter – 1,484 kg compared to 1,526 kg. The difference is around 42 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Kuga carries barely more – 550 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 SW is clearly superior overall 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 Kuga

The Ford Kuga is a practical and comfortable compact SUV that balances everyday usability with a composed ride and adaptable interior. It offers sensible tech and safety features, making it a solid choice for families or anyone seeking a versatile, easy-to-live-with crossover.

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4.2 (6 Reviews)
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Richie Wid
3 Apr 2026, 13:13:55

PHEV model — very pleased with the car after 2.5 years. In the summer months it runs practically on electric power alone. The large 2.5‑litre engine is surprisingly frugal, about 0.5 l/mil. Downsides are the ventilation in winter, which causes fogged windows, and that we can now only charge the battery to 80%.

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Miguel
19 Oct 2025, 05:54:42

It's a car that strikes an excellent balance between quality and price.

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Peugeot 308 SW
Ford Kuga

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 43,800 £
Price
34,200 - 46,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 444 km
Electric Range
68 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
55 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,484 - 1,783 kg
Curb weight
1,526 - 1,859 kg
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,882 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
417 - 508 kg
Payload
541 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 143 kW
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 2,488 cm3

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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