Compare performance (178 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (28,600 £ vs 29,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla or Peugeot 308?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Toyota Corolla is only slightly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Peugeot 308 costs 29,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 660 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.
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 Peugeot 308 offers only slightly more power – delivering 195 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 17 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 308 is slightly faster – reaching 225 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is only slightly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,453 kg. The difference is around 33 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers somewhat more boot space – 412 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 51 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,323 L, about 271 L more than the Toyota Corolla.
When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 carries moderately more – 503 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.
The Peugeot 308 stands well ahead of its rival 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.
The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.
detailsThe 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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Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
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Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
78 - 450 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
0.4 kWh
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co2
100 g/km
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co2
0 - 133 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
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Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
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Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
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Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
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Length
4,370 mm
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Length
4,367 mm
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Width
1,790 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Height
1,435 mm
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Height
1,438 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,258 - 1,323 L
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Payload
400 - 450 kg
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Payload
430 - 503 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Power HP
131 - 195 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
Peugeot
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