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Peugeot 308 vs Skoda Fabia – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: Peugeot 308 meets Skoda Fabia.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Fabia has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £, while the Peugeot 308 costs 29200 £. That’s a price difference of around 12360 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 manages with 2.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Skoda Fabia with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.

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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 Peugeot 308 has a minimal edge – offering 195 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Fabia performs minimal better – reaching 228 km/h, while the Peugeot 308 tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 308 pulls to a small extent stronger with 300 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Skoda Fabia is clearly perceptible lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1453 kg. The difference is around 310 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers hardly perceptible more room – 412 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 performs somewhat better – up to 1323 L, which is about 133 L more than the Skoda Fabia.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 slightly takes the win – 503 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 66 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Peugeot 308 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £29,200
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Peugeot 308

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 131 - 195 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 5 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.60 kWh
  • Electric Range : 78 - 450 km

Peugeot 308

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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.

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Skoda Fabia

The Skoda Fabia is a clever, no-nonsense small car that turns everyday chores into a breeze thanks to smart packaging and a surprisingly roomy cabin. It won’t set your pulses racing, but it’s a consistently sensible choice — reliable, easy to live with and blessed with a few neat tricks that make city life less faff.

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Skoda Fabia
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Costs and Consumption

Price
29200 - 42600 £
Price
16900 - 30500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 129 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
4367 mm
Length
4108 - 4137 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1438 mm
Height
1458 - 1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Max trunk capacity
1190 L
Payload
430 - 503 kg
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Skoda
Is the Peugeot 308 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.