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Peugeot 308 vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (195 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (29,200 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 or Toyota Corolla?

Peugeot 308 vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Peugeot 308

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  • barely more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • a bit more trunk space
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Toyota Corolla

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  • barely cheaper
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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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:

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

Toyota Corolla is barely cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Peugeot 308 costs 29,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 660 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Toyota Corolla 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 barely more power – delivering 195 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 17 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

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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, Toyota Corolla is marginally lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,453 kg. The difference is around 33 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers a bit more boot space – 412 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 51 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 carries a bit more – 503 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 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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Toyota Corolla

The Corolla is a reliable, no-nonsense compact car known for its practicality and composed ride. It’s economical to run, easy to maintain, and suits daily commuting while holding its value well.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 450 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 133 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
-
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
-
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
430 - 503 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 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
Toyota
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 308?

The Peugeot 308 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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