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Peugeot 308 vs VW Polo – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 or VW Polo?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Polo has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17000 £, while the Peugeot 308 costs 29200 £. That’s a price difference of around 12236 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 manages with 2.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.10 L. The difference is about 2.80 L per 100 km.

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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 VW Polo has a minimal edge – offering 207 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Polo performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Peugeot 308 tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Polo pulls barely noticeable stronger with 320 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 20 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, VW Polo is noticeable lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1453 kg. The difference is around 310 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers to a small extent more room – 412 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 61 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 performs a bit better – up to 1323 L, which is about 198 L more than the VW Polo.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 slight takes the win – 503 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot 308 proves to be slightly ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 308 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £29,200
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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 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.60 kWh
  • Electric Range : 78 - 450 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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VW Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
29200 - 42600 £
Price
17000 - 30400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 129 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1378 kg
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4367 mm
Length
4074 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1751 mm
Height
1438 mm
Height
1431 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 L
Payload
430 - 503 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Max Speed
171 - 240 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.