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Peugeot 308 vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (195 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (29,200 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 or smart #1?

Peugeot 308 vs smart #1: Key differences

Peugeot 308

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  • markedly cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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smart #1

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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.

Peugeot 308 is markedly cheaper – starting at 29,200 £ , while the smart #1 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,468 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 308 is somewhat more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 18.2 kWh/100km for the smart #1. That’s a difference of about 2.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 308 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 450 km, about 50 km more than the smart #1.

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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 smart #1 offers substantially more power – delivering 368 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 173 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers visibly more torque with 470 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.

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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 terms of curb weight, Peugeot 308 is noticeably lighter – 1,453 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 447 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers noticeably more boot space – 412 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 carries slightly more – 503 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 is clearly 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.

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smart #1

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 368 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 400 km
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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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The Smart #1 feels like a breath of fresh air in the compact EV world, pairing playful styling with usable space and a cabin that punches above its size. It skips the fuss and delivers an easygoing, city-friendly driving experience with clever features that make it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for everyday motoring.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
Price
40,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
81 - 450 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 133 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 503 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 - 143 kW
Power kW
271 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
smart
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 308?

The Peugeot 308 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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