Which is the most popular engine in the Peugeot 308?

There are nearly an equal amount of petrol and diesel engine options in the used 308 selection, with both engines proving popular among 308 drivers. If you spend most of the time in town and don't do 10k+ miles per year, then a petrol 308 is your best option. If you regularly drive long distances and do 10k+ miles per year, then a diesel would be the best choice.

What are the most popular model variants?

The newest lineup includes the Active, Allure and GT model variants. The Allure has been the most popular, offering a mixture between value and features. The newest models include upgraded 17-inch wheels, a sat-nav system and a 180-degree reversing camera.

What optional extras should I look out for?

18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels give the 308 a unique look, along with the full matrix LED headlights. You can also enjoy a larger 10.0-inch instrument panel and eight-colour ambient lighting.

Is the Peugeot 308 a good family car?

The five seats in the 308 are incredibly comfortable and supportive, making it a good family vehicle. There's also adequate boot space for carrying luggage or groceries. With the efficient powetrains, the 308 is affordable to run, helping families save money.

Is there a hybrid version of the Peugeot 308?

There have been two hybrid options, a 177bhp plug-in hybrid that offers up to 44 miles of electric driving or the 221bhp plug-in hybrid, which is rated for up to 40 miles per charge. Peugeot also makes the electric E-308 that emits zero tailpipe emissions.

Is the Peugeot 308 available as an automatic?

Peugeot has offered both a manual and automatic gearbox with certain 308 models. The manual is roughly twice as popular on the used market, but it's not difficult to find the automatic.

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

All 308 models are built with front-wheel drive. This configuration offers the best possible fuel economy.

922 Used Peugeot 308 cars for sale

Peugeot 3082012 (62) - 1.6 E-HDI ACTIVE 5d 112 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£2,695

1.6L
86.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Rhondda Motor Company

01443803258 *

Peugeot 3082025 - 1.2 Hybrid 145 GT 5dr e-DSC6

£26,498

1.2L
1.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Arnold Clark Peugeot (Kilmarnock)

01563591754 *

Peugeot 3082022 - 1.5 BlueHDi Active Premium 5dr EAT8

£12,000

£230/pm (PCP)

1.5L
66.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Carbase - Weston

01934313340 *

4.5/5 Stars

Peugeot 3082016 - 1.6 BlueHDi 120 Active 5dr

£5,495

1.6L
93.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

T G Car Sales Limited

01443809151 *

Peugeot 3082016 - S/S SW ALLURE 5-Door

£4,995

£84/pm (HP)

1.2L
90.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Coopers car sales ltd

02921670053 *

Peugeot 3082017 - 1.6 BlueHDi 100 Access 5dr

Reduced

£5,975

£104/pm (HP)

1.6L
75.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Sean O'Hara Cars

02890026918 *

Peugeot 3082014 (64) - 1.6 THP Active Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,995

£67/pm (HP)

1.6L
69.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Yew Tree Motors LTD

01294442515 *

Peugeot 3082016 - BLUE HDI S/S ACTIVE 5-Door

£2,995

1.6L
135.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

ALLCARS(sales)LIMITEDT/aAllcars

01945664266 *

Peugeot 3082022 - 1.5 BlueHDi Allure Premium EAT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,959

£251/pm (PCP)

1.5L
55.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Stellantis &You Chingford

02039577333 *

Peugeot 3082015 (15) - 1.6 BlueHDi GT Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£4,895

£82/pm (HP)

1.6L
93.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

RISHTON AUTO CARE LIMITED

01254919190 *

Peugeot 3082022 - 1.2 PureTech Active Premium EAT8 5-Door

Low Mileage

£15,997

£275/pm (PCP)

1.2L
11.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Hessle

01482947558 *

4.6/5 Stars

Peugeot 3082019 (7R) - 1.2 PureTech GPF GT Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£8,675

£161/pm (HP)

1.2L
52.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

PEELS WHEELS LIMITED

01524938217 *

Peugeot 3082016 - 1.6 BlueHDi Active (s/s) 5dr

£3,995

1.6L
135.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Top Gear Stoke

01782432847 *

Peugeot 3082010 - 1.6 308 Allure CC 2dr

Low Mileage

£2,390

1.6L
84.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

Sevenoaks Auto Village

01892572354 *

Peugeot 3082024 - 1.2 PureTech GT 5dr EAT8

£19,899

£331/pm (PCP)

1.2L
17.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Motorpoint Glasgow

01412601249 *

Peugeot 3082022 - 1.5 BlueHDi Active Premium 5dr EAT8

£15,990

£287/pm (PCP)

1.5L
40.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Fermanagh Auto Sales

02868336501 *

Peugeot 3082014 - 1.6 HDi 92 Active 5dr

Reduced

£4,750

£79/pm (HP)

1.6L
87.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Brian McManus Car Sales Ltd

02890021675 *

Peugeot 3082015 (65) - 1.2 PureTech Allure EAT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£7,500

£145/pm (HP)

1.2L
43.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

London Car Market

02037637051 *

Peugeot 3082025 - 54kWh GT Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (156 ps)

Low Mileage

£32,295

£609/pm (PCP)

3.0K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Stellantis &You Coventry

02476936631 *

Peugeot 3082013 (63) - 1.6 HDi Access Euro 5 5dr

£1,999

1.6L
101.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

AL PRESTIGE CARS LTD

02380017157 *

Why buy a used Peugeot 308?

If you're in the market for a car that's stylish, economical and comfortable, then a used Peugeot 308 is a great choice. The classy interior matches the head-turning exterior design, while the engine lineup offers a nice balance between power and efficiency. There's ample boot space and high-tech features that make it a superb choice for daily drivers.

Used Peugeot 308 snapshot review

Author: Jack Evans

Pros

Lots of luggage space
Interior looks great
Clean and economical engines

Cons

Not the most fun to drive
Ergonomics are lacking
Not much room for rear passengers

Read our Peugeot 308 review

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Used Peugeot 308 buying guide

Engines and transmissions

Over the years, Peugeot has built the 308 with diesel, petrol and hybrid powertrains. Most recently, the company released the E-308, which is an all-electric model. While both manual or automatic gearboxes are available, all 308s come with front-wheel drive.

Petrol

1.2-litre PureTech produces 129bhp and has an efficiency rating of up to 51.9mpg.
Hybrid 136 generates 134bhp but offers a rating of up to 62.6mpg for more efficiency.
Plug-in hybrid models use a 12.4kWh battery to produce 177bhp for up to 44 miles of driving on electric-only power.
More powerful GT trim plug-in offers 221bhp, but the electric driving range is reduced to 40 miles per charge.
Older 1.2-litre engines offered outputs from 81 to 129bhp, while the GT had a 1.6-litre that was rated at 202bhp and the GTi produced 268bhp.

Diesel

1.5 BlueHDI 130 outputs 129bhp and has an efficiency rating of up to 59.6mpg.
Older 1.6-litre offered 98bhp or 118bhp, with the higher-powered engine boasting 91.1mpg combined.
Second-gen models have a 2.0-litre engine, which produce for 147bhp or 174bhp, depending on the trim.

Practicality

The Peugeot 308 may not be as roomy as a large SUV, but for its size, there's enough room for everyone to be comfortable.

Interior space

Room for five adults across the two rows, although the middle rear seat is a little smaller.
ISOFIX points are placed behind zipper covers and are available to secure child seats.
Large rear windows allow added light into the cabin to create a more inviting space.

Boot space

412-litre boot is larger than the Volkswagen Golf or Ford Focus.
1,323 litres of space available with the rear bench folded flat is more than in the Hyundai i30, SEAT Leon and Toyota Corolla.
Hybrid models have 50 fewer litres of space.
Underfloor storage creates more space.

Bodystyles

5-door hatchback has been available through entire lineup.
2-door convertible (308 CC) was available for a few years.

Safety

Euro NCAP rating is four stars.
Child occupant is the highest of the four at 84%.
Standard safety kit includes an array of airbags and autonomous emergency braking.

Technology

Large 10.0-inch centre touchscreen display keeps the cabin modern and up to date.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto offer more connectivity.
Available 3D navigation adds more functionality.

Different generations of used Peugeot 308

The Peugeot 308 arrived in 2008 to replace the 307 and previous hatchback models, even though they shared the same platform. Originally, it was available in a five-door hatchback and 2-door convertible (308 CC) variants. Since its introduction, the Peugeot has been through three generations, each bringing more style, features and affordability to the market.

Third Generation (2021 to 2014)

The third generation 308 is the first from the company's lineup to include the new logo, featuring a lion's head. It also earned some styling features borrowed from the larger 3008, such as a big mesh grille giving it an aggressive appearance. The company added some design elements that made it more aerodynamic and reduced its drag-resistance factor for better fuel economy on motorways.

Inside the cabin, Peugeot went with a minimalistic dashboard and a low-mounted steering wheel. Several displays were included to modernise the interior and a split-folding bench was added in the rear.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Full Electric / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Petrol
Engine Size:: 1.6
MPG:: 58
Acceleration:: 7.5 - 10.9 seconds
Boot space:: 314 - 608 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 4 / 5 stars

Greenest
115kW GT 54kWh 5dr Auto
Cheapest
1.2 PureTech Active Premium 5dr EAT8
Fastest
1.6 Plug-in Hybrid 225 GT 5dr e-EAT8

Second Generation (2014 to 2021)

With the release of the second generation, Peugeot made the 308 more practical. Its weight was reduced by 140kg with the new platform and a narrower grille was added. With this update, the boot size also increased to make it more accommodating. In 2014, the GT was released, while the GTi followed one year later.

In 2017, Peugeot issued a refresh but there wasn't a lot to change, considering that the 308 won the title of Car of the Year in Europe previously. The only recognisable update on the outside was the LED daytime running lights, while the interior earned a more advanced infotainment system. The GT adopted new headlights, taillights and bumpers, while the GTi had a lower stance with the ground clearance being reduced by another half inch.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Petrol
Engine Size:: 1.2 - 2
MPG:: 37 - 91
Acceleration:: 6 - 13.7 seconds
Boot space:: 470 - 810 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
1.2 PureTech 110 Access 5dr
Cheapest
1.2 PureTech 82 Access 5dr
Fastest
1.6 THP 270 GTi 5dr

First Generation (2007 to 2014)

As a brand-new model, the 308 five-door hatchback instantly became a top contender among compacts. Built on the same platform as the 307, the updated version had unique styling that made it more modern and appealed to a broader market. Sticking with similar touches, Peugeot included the feline-style headlights, but the grille was moved to the bottom of the bumper.

Bucket seats adorned the front of the 308 and it had a high seating position to give everyone plenty of legroom. Gauges and interior touches closely resemble those from the Volkswagen Golf, which added to the model's popularity.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Petrol
Engine Size:: 1.4 - 2
MPG:: 34 - 76
Acceleration:: 7.7 - 15.2 seconds
Boot space:: 347 - 674 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
1.4 VTi 98 Access 5dr
Cheapest
1.4 VTi Urban 3dr
Fastest
1.6 THP 200 GT 5dr

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