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Peugeot 308 vs Volvo EX30 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (195 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (29200 £ vs 33000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 or Volvo EX30?

Peugeot 308

5 (1 Reviews)
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Volvo EX30

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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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.

Peugeot 308 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29200 £, while the Volvo EX30 costs 33000 £. That’s a price difference of around 3754 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Peugeot 308: with 15.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Volvo EX30 with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.40 kWh.

As for range, the Volvo EX30 performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 476 km, about 26 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 Volvo EX30 has a convincingly edge – offering 428 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 233 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 308 performs a bit better – reaching 225 km/h, while the Volvo EX30 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX30 pulls significantly stronger with 543 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 243 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, Peugeot 308 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1453 kg compared to 1840 kg. The difference is around 387 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers clearly perceptible more room – 412 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 94 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 performs noticeable better – up to 1323 L, which is about 323 L more than the Volvo EX30.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 evident takes the win – 503 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 113 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo EX30 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo EX30 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £33,000
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Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 339 - 476 km
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Peugeot 308

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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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Volvo EX30

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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The Volvo EX30 arrives as a compact electric with crisp Scandinavian design and a cheeky personality, proving you can be serious about safety and still enjoy a grin on your commute. Its cabin is cleverly packaged and delightfully easy to live with, offering smart tech and practical touches that make it feel like a grown-up's city car with a sense of fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29200 - 42600 £
Price
33000 - 49100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.7 kWh
Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Electric Range
339 - 476 km
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
co2
0 - 129 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Trunk capacity
318 L
Length
4367 mm
Length
4233 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1838 mm
Height
1438 mm
Height
1550 - 1567 mm
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Max trunk capacity
1000 L
Payload
430 - 503 kg
Payload
370 - 390 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Volvo

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Is the Peugeot 308 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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