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Peugeot 308 SW vs Volvo EX40 comparison

Compare performance (195 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 SW or Volvo EX40?

Peugeot 308 SW vs Volvo EX40: Key differences

Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Volvo EX40

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably 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 substantially cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Volvo EX40 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,128 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 308 SW is marginally more efficient: consuming 15.7 kWh/100km compared to 16.6 kWh/100km for the Volvo EX40. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX40 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 576 km, about 132 km more than the Peugeot 308 SW.

EX40

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 Volvo EX40 offers clearly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 247 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Peugeot 308 SW takes 7.7 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX40 delivers considerably more torque with 670 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 370 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 markedly lighter – 1,484 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 556 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers noticeably more boot space – 551 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 141 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 SW carries barely more – 508 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX40 is decisively ahead 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 £45,200
EX40

Volvo EX40

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 477 - 576 km
Peugeot 308 SW
Volvo EX40

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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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Volvo EX40

The Volvo EX40 is a compact electric SUV that blends Scandinavian minimalism with a comfortable, high-quality interior suited to daily driving and longer trips. It prioritizes safety and intuitive technology, delivering a calm, refined experience that feels mature and easy to live with.

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Peugeot 308 SW
Volvo EX40

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,100 - 43,800 £
Price
45,200 - 58,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
81 - 444 km
Electric Range
477 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
0 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
2,040 - 2,170 kg
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
417 - 508 kg
Payload
430 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Volvo
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