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Peugeot 308 SW vs VW Golf - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (195 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (30100 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 SW or VW Golf?

Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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VW Golf

4.6 (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

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.

VW Golf has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Peugeot 308 SW costs 30100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4925 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Peugeot 308 SW with 2.30 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 308 SW performs decisively better – achieving up to 444 km, about 301 km more than the VW Golf.

Golf

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 VW Golf has a decisively edge – offering 333 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 138 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is decisively 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 VW Golf performs somewhat better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Peugeot 308 SW tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf pulls distinct stronger with 420 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 120 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, VW Golf is somewhat lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1484 kg. The difference is around 177 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers distinct more room – 551 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 SW performs somewhat better – up to 1483 L, which is about 246 L more than the VW Golf.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 508 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf is far ahead overall 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
VW Golf

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Golf

VW Golf

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 8.1 L
  • Electric Range : 131 - 143 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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VW Golf

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.

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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 VW Golf

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
30100 - 43800 £
Price
25200 - 47600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 15.7 kWh
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Electric Range
78 - 444 km
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
25 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 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
1307 - 1662 kg
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4636 mm
Length
4282 - 4296 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1438 mm
Height
1454 - 1483 mm
Max trunk capacity
1402 - 1483 L
Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
Payload
417 - 508 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
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Model Year
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CO2 Efficiency Class
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CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
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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.