Compare performance (195 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (29,200 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 or Lotus Emeya?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Peugeot 308 is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,200 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 63,325 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 308 is moderately more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Lotus Emeya. That’s a difference of about 3.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers markedly more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 130 km more than the Peugeot 308.
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 Lotus Emeya offers considerably more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 723 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers significantly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 685 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 308 is considerably lighter – 1,453 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 1,102 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers slightly more boot space – 509 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries very slightly more – 545 kg compared to 503 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.
The Lotus Emeya 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.
The Peugeot 308 brings a sleek, feline profile and an unexpectedly upscale cabin, with clever packaging and materials that feel a touch more premium than you might expect. It’s composed on the road, easy to live with for daily life, and a smart choice if you want a stylish hatch that still behaves when the road gets interesting.
detailsThe Lotus Emeya arrives as a sleek electric grand tourer that manages to marry Lotus' trademark razor-sharp handling with enough practicality for daily life, so you can enjoy a corner with a grin and still fit the shopping. Inside it feels surprisingly grown-up — plush materials, smart tech and a driver-focused cockpit make it a tempting choice for buyers who want electric performance without losing the joy of driving.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
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Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 450 km
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
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co2
0 - 133 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Length
-
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Length
5,139 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,459 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
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Payload
430 - 503 kg
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Payload
450 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
131 - 195 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
96 - 143 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
Lotus
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