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Peugeot 308 vs Tesla Model 3 comparison

Compare performance (195 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (29,200 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 or Tesla Model 3?

Peugeot 308 vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences

Peugeot 308

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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Tesla Model 3

4.3 (8 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Peugeot 308 is barely cheaper – starting at 29,200 £ , while the Tesla Model 3 costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,468 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model 3 is slightly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 15.6 kWh/100km for the Peugeot 308. That’s a difference of about 2.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 750 km, about 300 km more than the Peugeot 308.

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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 Tesla Model 3 offers considerably more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 delivers substantially more torque with 660 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 360 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 308 is markedly lighter – 1,453 kg compared to 1,822 kg. The difference is around 369 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers noticeably more boot space – 594 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 182 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 carries visibly more – 503 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 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.

from £31,700
Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 534 - 750 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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Trex
13 May 2026, 14:34:19

Excellent traction, relatively low energy consumption, driver-assist systems that are in a class of their own. On top of that, a very responsive steering system.

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18 Nov 2025, 08:47:05

I wanted to give 0 stars but you can't — unfortunately, it sucks.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
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
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
81 - 450 km
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 133 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,929 kg
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 503 kg
Payload
302 - 333 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
96 - 143 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Tesla
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 308?

The Peugeot 308 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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