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Peugeot 308 vs Volvo V90 comparison

Compare performance (195 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (29200 £ vs 62300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 or Volvo V90?

Peugeot 308 vs Volvo V90: Key differences

Peugeot 308

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  • significantly cheaper
  • convincingly more electric range
  • clearly lighter

Volvo V90

  • significantly more power
  • convincingly more efficient
  • clearly quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space

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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29200 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33068 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Peugeot 308 with 2.30 L. The difference is about 1.50 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 308 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 450 km, about 362 km more than the Volvo V90.

V90

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo V90 has a significantly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 260 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 308 performs slightly better – reaching 225 km/h, while the Volvo V90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V90 pulls clearly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 409 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Peugeot 308 is clearly lighter – 1453 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 622 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo V90 offers a bit more room – 488 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 76 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo V90 performs slight better – up to 1454 L, which is about 131 L more than the Peugeot 308.

When it comes to payload, Volvo V90 minimal takes the win – 515 kg compared to 503 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo V90 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

Peugeot 308
Volvo V90

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V90

Volvo V90

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 398 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.80 L
  • Electric Range : 88 km

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 V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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Peugeot 308
Volvo V90

Costs and Consumption

Price
29200 - 42600 £
Price
62300 - 71700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
0 - 133 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
Curb weight
2075 kg
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
4367 mm
Length
4945 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
1438 mm
Height
1472 mm
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Payload
430 - 503 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Volvo
Is the Peugeot 308 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.