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Peugeot 308 SW vs Renault Espace comparison

Compare performance (195 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 SW or Renault Espace?

Peugeot 308 SW vs Renault Espace: Key differences

Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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Renault Espace

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • markedly more trunk space
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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:

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

Peugeot 308 SW is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Renault Espace costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,422 £.

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

Espace

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Renault Espace offers marginally more power – delivering 200 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 SW is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7.7 s, while the Renault Espace takes 8.8 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

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.

Seats: Renault Espace offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 308 SW is somewhat lighter – 1,484 kg compared to 1,673 kg. The difference is around 189 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Espace offers markedly more boot space – 692 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 141 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Espace carries somewhat more – 581 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 SW holds a decisive 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.

from £30,100
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.

Renault Espace

The Renault Espace is the sort of roomy, clever family cruiser that makes long journeys feel effortless, its interior prioritising comfort and practical thinking without drifting into blandness. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its composed ride, smart packaging and a whisper of French flair make it a sensible and subtly stylish choice for buyers who value space and versatility.

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4.1 (3 Reviews)
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18 Nov 2025, 10:34:15

A very pleasant vehicle to drive, with excellent comfort and plenty of rear legroom.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 43,800 £
Price
37,500 - 41,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 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
110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,484 - 1,783 kg
Curb weight
1,673 - 1,783 kg
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Length
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Length
4,746 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
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Height
1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,054 - 2,224 L
Payload
417 - 508 kg
Payload
404 - 581 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
96 - 143 kW
Power kW
147 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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