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Peugeot 308 vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (195 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (29200 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 or VW Tiguan?

Peugeot 308

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW Tiguan

3.8 (5 Reviews)
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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.

Peugeot 308 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29200 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4063 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Peugeot 308 with 2.30 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 308 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 450 km, about 324 km more than the VW Tiguan.

Tiguan

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 Tiguan has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 272 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs slight better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Peugeot 308 tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tiguan pulls evident stronger with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 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 a bit lighter – 1453 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 146 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers evident more room – 652 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 240 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs somewhat better – up to 1650 L, which is about 327 L more than the Peugeot 308.

When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan minimal takes the win – 533 kg compared to 503 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £33,300
Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km
Peugeot 308
VW Tiguan

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Peugeot 308

5 (1 Reviews)
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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 Tiguan

3.8 (5 Reviews)
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The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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Peugeot 308
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
29200 - 42600 £
Price
33300 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 129 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4367 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1438 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
430 - 503 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
VW
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.