Volkswagen Golf vs Peugeot 308: which one to choose?
Volkswagen Golf or Peugeot 308? On price, Peugeot 308 starts at €28,000 against €36,300 for Volkswagen Golf, a gap of €8,300. For boot space, Peugeot 308 offers 412 L against 381 L. The right choice depends mostly on your budget, your use and the powertrain you want: here are the figures, then the profiles each one suits best.
The head-to-head in figures
| Volkswagen Golf | Peugeot 308 | |
|---|---|---|
| Body type | Compact car | Compact car |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot | 381 L | 412 L |
| New powertrains | Mild hybrid 48 V, Diesel, Plug-in hybrid | Petrol, Plug-in hybrid, Electric |
| New price from | €36,300 | €28,000 |
| Lowest consumption | 1.2 L/100 km | 1.1 L/100 km · 14.5 kWh/100 km |
| Electric range (max) | — | 410 km |
| Used, 3 years old (est.) | €22,300 – €26,200 | €17,200 – €24,000 |
| Used, 5 years old (est.) | €16,900 – €19,900 | €10,200 – €18,300 |
Which one should you choose for your profile?
- Tight budget : Peugeot 308 is €8,300 cheaper at entry level (€28,000 against €36,300).
- Family or luggage : Peugeot 308 has the larger boot (412 L).
- Electric version : Peugeot 308 comes as an electric car (up to 410 km of range); Volkswagen Golf does not.
This head-to-head relies on spec sheets and public prices, not a road test. The best choice depends on your budget, your use and your journeys.
Frequently asked questions
Volkswagen Golf or Peugeot 308: which is cheaper?
Peugeot 308 is cheaper at entry level: €28,000 against €36,300 for Volkswagen Golf (entry trim, public price list).
Which has the bigger boot, Volkswagen Golf or Peugeot 308?
Volkswagen Golf: 381 L. Peugeot 308: 412 L.
Are Volkswagen Golf and Peugeot 308 available as electric or hybrid?
Volkswagen Golf: Mild hybrid 48 V, Diesel, Plug-in hybrid. Peugeot 308: Petrol, Plug-in hybrid, Electric.
What are a used Volkswagen Golf and Peugeot 308 worth?
Compar'Car estimates a 2023 Volkswagen Golf at €22,300 to €26,200 and a 2023 Peugeot 308 at €17,200 to €24,000. These are estimates from a depreciation model, not market valuations.
Which one is made for you?
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