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Peugeot 308 vs Suzuki Swift comparison

Compare performance (195 HP vs 82 HP), boot space and price (29,200 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 or Suzuki Swift?

Peugeot 308 vs Suzuki Swift: Key differences

Peugeot 308

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
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Suzuki Swift

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Suzuki Swift is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Peugeot 308 costs 29,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,095 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Suzuki Swift with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

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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 Peugeot 308 offers clearly more power – delivering 195 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 113 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 308 delivers clearly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 112 Nm. That’s about 188 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, Suzuki Swift is markedly lighter – 1,069 kg compared to 1,453 kg. The difference is around 384 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 carries substantially more – 503 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 207 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 is clearly superior 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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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 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 81 - 450 km
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Peugeot 308

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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Suzuki Swift

The Suzuki Swift is a cheeky little hatch that turns city streets into its playground with lively handling and a grin-inducing drive. Practical enough for daily chores, thrifty to run and kinder on your wallet than many rivals, it's a sensible pick for buyers who want fun without drama.

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Superb quality, fun to drive, and every bit of well layed out kit you'll ever need.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
Price
17,100 - 21,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 450 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 133 g/km
co2
98 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
Curb weight
1,069 - 1,145 kg
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 503 kg
Payload
282 - 296 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
112 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Suzuki
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 308?

The Peugeot 308 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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