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Peugeot 308 SW vs VW Golf Variant comparison

Compare performance (195 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 26,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 SW or VW Golf Variant?

Peugeot 308 SW vs VW Golf Variant: Key differences

Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more efficient

VW Golf Variant

  • moderately cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • barely more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

VW Golf Variant is moderately cheaper – starting at 26,100 £ , while the Peugeot 308 SW costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,982 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 SW uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the VW Golf Variant with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

Golf Variant

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Golf Variant offers significantly more power – delivering 333 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 138 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Peugeot 308 SW takes 7.7 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Golf Variant is marginally faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Peugeot 308 SW tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf Variant delivers noticeably more torque with 420 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 120 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, VW Golf Variant is very slightly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,484 kg. The difference is around 118 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers barely more boot space – 611 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Golf Variant offers barely more capacity – up to 1,642 L, about 159 L more than the Peugeot 308 SW.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf Variant carries marginally more – 547 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf Variant stands 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.

from £26,100
Golf Variant

VW Golf Variant

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 8.2 L/100km
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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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Reviews Peugeot 308 SW

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

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

pierre
29 Nov 2025, 17:19:44

150,000 km in 2 years — SW BlueHDi 1.5L 30cv. Comfortable, excellent gearbox. Maybe a bit noisy on the motorway, with air noise around the front doors. A slightly punchier engine would be welcome. The entire timing system was replaced under warranty at 110,000 km.

VW Golf Variant

The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 43,800 £
Price
26,100 - 48,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
78 - 444 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
0.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
114 - 185 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,484 - 1,783 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,621 kg
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
4,636 mm
Length
4,631 - 4,651 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
1,438 mm
Height
1,462 - 1,487 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,402 - 1,483 L
Max trunk capacity
1,624 - 1,642 L
Payload
417 - 508 kg
Payload
489 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
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
4.8 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 250 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
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G, F, C
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 308 SW?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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