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Peugeot 308 vs VW Passat comparison
Compare performance (195 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (29,200 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 or VW Passat?
Peugeot 308 vs VW Passat: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
308
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Peugeot 308 is markedly cheaper – starting at 29,200 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,225 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Passat uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Peugeot 308 with 2.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Peugeot 308 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 450 km, about 315 km more than the VW Passat.
Passat
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 VW Passat offers visibly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Passat delivers markedly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.
308
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 308 is only slightly lighter – 1,453 kg compared to 1,573 kg. The difference is around 120 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers considerably more boot space – 690 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 278 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries somewhat more – 577 kg compared to 503 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Passat comes out clearly ahead 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 £36,500
VW Passat
Peugeot 308
VW Passat
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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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VW Passat
The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.
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Peugeot 308
VW Passat
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
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Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
81 - 450 km
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Electric Range
124 - 135 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
28 - 153 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
Estate
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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
1,573 - 1,858 kg
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Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,852 mm
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Width
1,849 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
501 - 577 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
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
131 - 195 HP
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Power HP
122 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 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
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Power kW
90 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
VW
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