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Peugeot 308 SW vs SEAT Ateca – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Peugeot 308 SW or SEAT Ateca?

Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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SEAT Ateca

5 (1 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

SEAT Ateca has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25100 £, while the Peugeot 308 SW costs 30100 £. That’s a price difference of around 5015 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 SW manages with 2.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the SEAT Ateca with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.

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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 has a distinct edge – offering 195 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 SW is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.70 s, while the SEAT Ateca takes 9 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 308 SW performs somewhat better – reaching 225 km/h, while the SEAT Ateca tops out at 202 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Ateca pulls somewhat stronger with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, SEAT Ateca is slightly lighter – 1345 kg compared to 1484 kg. The difference is around 139 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers slight more room – 551 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Ateca performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1604 L, which is about 121 L more than the Peugeot 308 SW.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Ateca hardly perceptible takes the win – 525 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Peugeot 308 SW shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Peugeot 308 SW
SEAT Ateca

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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
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.20 kWh
  • Electric Range : 78 - 410 km
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Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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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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SEAT Ateca

5 (1 Reviews)
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The SEAT Ateca blends sharp, purposeful styling with practical space that turns everyday errands into something a bit more enjoyable. It’s poised and engaging to drive for its segment, offers solid value, and has just enough personality to make you smile on the school run.

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Reviews Peugeot 308 SW

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

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

Reviews SEAT Ateca

5 (1 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
30100 - 43800 £
Price
25100 - 36900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 6.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.20 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
78 - 410 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 130 g/km
co2
129 - 144 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1484 - 1783 kg
Curb weight
1345 - 1514 kg
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
4636 mm
Length
4381 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
1438 mm
Height
1601 mm
Max trunk capacity
1402 - 1483 L
Max trunk capacity
1604 L
Payload
417 - 508 kg
Payload
516 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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
116 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 11 s
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Max Speed
183 - 202 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
Brand
Peugeot
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Is the Peugeot 308 SW offered with different drivetrains?

The Peugeot 308 SW is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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