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Peugeot 308 SW vs Volvo V60 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (195 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (30100 £ vs 41600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 SW or Volvo V60?

Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Volvo V60

5 (1 Reviews)
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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 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30100 £ , while the Volvo V60 costs 41600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11528 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 SW manages with 2.30 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Volvo V60 with 2.40 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 308 SW performs convincingly better – achieving up to 410 km, about 318 km more than the Volvo V60.

V60

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 Volvo V60 has a convincingly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 260 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V60 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Peugeot 308 SW takes 7.70 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 308 SW performs slightly better – reaching 225 km/h, while the Volvo V60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V60 pulls significantly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 409 Nm difference.

308 SW

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, Peugeot 308 SW is to a small extent lighter – 1484 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 250 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers slight more room – 551 L compared to 519 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 SW performs slight better – up to 1483 L, which is about 52 L more than the Volvo V60.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 SW minimal takes the win – 508 kg compared to 506 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo V60 sits well ahead of its rival 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.

Peugeot 308 SW
Volvo V60

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V60

Volvo V60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.4 - 6.2 L
  • Electric Range : 92 km

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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Volvo V60

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Volvo V60 blends elegant Scandinavian design with a practical estate layout, making it a composed and sensible choice for buyers who want style without sacrifice. Inside, a serene cabin, clever safety features and a supple ride turn daily commutes and weekend getaways into effortless, grown-up motoring.

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Peugeot 308 SW
Volvo V60

Costs and Consumption

Price
30100 - 43800 £
Price
41600 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.20 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
78 - 410 km
Electric Range
92 km
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
0 - 130 g/km
co2
54 - 140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1484 - 1783 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2064 kg
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
4636 mm
Length
4778 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1438 mm
Height
1432 mm
Max trunk capacity
1402 - 1483 L
Max trunk capacity
1431 L
Payload
417 - 508 kg
Payload
466 - 506 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

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

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.