Compare performance (195 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (29,200 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 or Volvo EX30?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Peugeot 308 is marginally cheaper – starting at 29,200 £ , while the Volvo EX30 costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 754 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 308 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 17 kWh/100km for the Volvo EX30. That’s a difference of about 1.4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Volvo EX30 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 475 km, about 25 km more than the Peugeot 308.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX30 offers substantially more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 233 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX30 delivers clearly more torque with 543 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 243 Nm more.
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, Peugeot 308 is noticeably lighter – 1,453 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 387 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers clearly more boot space – 412 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 94 L.
When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 carries visibly more – 503 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 113 kg.
The Volvo EX30 stands well ahead of its rival 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.
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.
detailsThe Volvo EX30 is a compact all-electric crossover that mixes Volvo's strong safety focus with clean Scandinavian design for a really city-friendly package. It feels lively and easy to live with, pairing a premium-feeling interior and modern connectivity with a practical footprint for urban driving.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
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Price
30,000 - 47,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 450 km
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Electric Range
339 - 475 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 133 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
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Curb weight
1,840 - 1,960 kg
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Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
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Trunk capacity
318 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
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Width
1,838 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
430 - 503 kg
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Payload
370 - 390 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
131 - 195 HP
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Power HP
150 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Torque
343 - 543 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 - 143 kW
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Power kW
110 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
Volvo
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