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Peugeot 308 SW vs Skoda Scala – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Peugeot 308 SW or Skoda Scala fits your lifestyle better.

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.

Skoda Scala has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £, while the Peugeot 308 SW costs 30100 £. That’s a price difference of around 9215 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 SW manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Skoda Scala with 5 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.

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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 Peugeot 308 SW has a noticeable 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 slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.70 s, while the Skoda Scala takes 8.20 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 308 SW performs slight better – reaching 225 km/h, while the Skoda Scala tops out at 221 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 308 SW pulls slightly stronger with 300 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Scala is noticeable lighter – 1199 kg compared to 1484 kg. The difference is around 285 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers somewhat more room – 551 L compared to 467 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 SW performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1483 L, which is about 73 L more than the Skoda Scala.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 SW to a small extent takes the win – 508 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 77 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot 308 SW proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 308 SW is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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)
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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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Skoda Scala

5 (2)
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The Skoda Scala is a tidy, no-nonsense hatch that wraps clever packaging and composed manners into a compact, grown-up package. It’s the sensible choice for buyers who want everyday practicality with a dash of style and personality—no drama, just reliable charm.

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Reviews Peugeot 308 SW

GT 6 Dec 2025, 17:50:57

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

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30100 - 43800 £
Price
20900 - 30700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.20 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
78 - 410 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 130 g/km
co2
114 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1484 - 1783 kg
Curb weight
1199 - 1271 kg
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
467 L
Length
4636 mm
Length
4362 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1793 mm
Height
1438 mm
Height
1514 mm
Max trunk capacity
1402 - 1483 L
Max trunk capacity
1410 L
Payload
417 - 508 kg
Payload
403 - 431 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
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
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Skoda

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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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