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Skoda Scala vs Peugeot 308 comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 29,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Scala or Peugeot 308?

Skoda Scala vs Peugeot 308: Key differences

Skoda Scala

4.9 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Peugeot 308

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Scala

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Scala is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Peugeot 308 costs 29,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,809 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Skoda Scala with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

308

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 Peugeot 308 offers clearly more power – delivering 195 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Skoda Scala takes 8.2 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 308 delivers a bit more torque with 300 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Scala

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, Skoda Scala is visibly lighter – 1,199 kg compared to 1,453 kg. The difference is around 254 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Scala offers somewhat more boot space – 467 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 carries a bit more – 503 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 72 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 is far ahead overall 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.

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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 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 81 - 450 km
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Skoda Scala

The Skoda Scala is a tidy, no-nonsense hatch that wraps clever packaging and composed manners into a compact, grown-up package. It’s the sensible choice for buyers who want everyday practicality with a dash of style and personality—no drama, just reliable charm.

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Reviews Skoda Scala

4.9 (7 Reviews)
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Jose Ant.
1 Feb 2026, 04:13:05

The Scala is roomier inside than it looks, and very agile on both the highway and in town — ideal for practical, family use. It also uses less fuel.

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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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5 (2 Reviews)
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Skoda Scala
Peugeot 308

Costs and Consumption
Price
21,400 - 31,500 £
Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
81 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
114 - 126 g/km
co2
0 - 133 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,199 - 1,271 kg
Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
Trunk capacity
467 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,793 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
403 - 431 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
96 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Skoda
Brand
Peugeot
Is the Skoda Scala offered with different drivetrains?

The Skoda Scala is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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