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Peugeot 308 vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (195 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (29,200 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 or Suzuki Vitara?

Peugeot 308 vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

Peugeot 308

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (10 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat 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 Vitara is markedly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Peugeot 308 costs 29,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,666 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Suzuki Vitara with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Suzuki Vitara is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 15.6 kWh/100km for the Peugeot 308. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 308 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 450 km, about 24 km more than the Suzuki Vitara.

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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 very slightly more power – delivering 195 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Suzuki Vitara is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Suzuki Vitara delivers marginally more torque with 307 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 7 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 Vitara is somewhat lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 1,453 kg. The difference is around 198 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers only slightly more boot space – 412 L compared to 375 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

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

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 is decisively ahead 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
Peugeot 308
Suzuki Vitara

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Dimensions and Body

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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 Vitara

The Suzuki Vitara is a practical compact SUV that balances a comfortable, composed ride with easy-to-live-with interior space, making it well suited for daily driving and weekend getaways. It's widely praised for reliable engineering and sensible running costs, offering straightforward value to buyers who want a no-nonsense, economical crossover.

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Peugeot 308
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
81 - 450 km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 133 g/km
co2
0 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 503 kg
Payload
395 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 143 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Suzuki
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