Peugeot 308 P51 vs Skoda Octavia MK4

Peugeot 308

P51 · 2021 – 2026

The third-generation 308 (P51), with i-Cockpit, hybrids and the all-electric e-308.

Skoda Octavia

MK4 · 2020 – 2026

The fourth-generation Octavia (MK4), on the MQB evo platform.

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Second car

Pick this one if…

Peugeot 308

Pick the P51 for the most modern 308 with the widest powertrain range, from efficient hybrids to the electric e-308.

Best engine: The chain-driven 1.2 Hybrid (136/145) or 1.5 BlueHDi — or the e-308 for the city.

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Pick this one if…

Skoda Octavia

Pick the MK4 for an even roomier, more modern family car with a sweet 1.5 TSI or iV PHEV.

Best engine: The 1.5 TSI 150 — or the 1.4 TSI iV plug-in hybrid.

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Performance

1.2 PureTech 130 · Petrol vs 1.5 TSI 150 · Petrol

	Peugeot 308	Skoda Octavia
Power	130 hp	150 hp Winner
Torque	230 Nm	250 Nm Winner
0–100 km/h	9,4 s	8,5 s Winner
Top speed	205 km/h	224 km/h Winner
Power-to-weight	104,8 hp/t	120,0 hp/t Winner
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	118 g/km Winner	122 g/km
Consumption (WLTP)	5,0 L/100km Winner	5,3 L/100km

Dimensions & space

	Peugeot 308	Skoda Octavia
Boot	412 L	600 L Winner
Boot (seats folded)	1.270 L	1.555 L Winner
Wheelbase	2,68 m	2,69 m Winner
Length	4,37 m	4,69 m
Ground clearance	—	13,9 cm
Turning circle	10,4 m Winner	11,1 m
Towing capacity (braked)	1.500 kg	1.900 kg Winner

Powertrain & tech

	Peugeot 308	Skoda Octavia
Platform	EMP2 (modular)	MQB evo
Drive	Front-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive
Engine family	1.2 PureTech · 1.2 Hybrid (48V) · 1.5 BlueHDi · Hybrid PHEV · e-308 (EV)	1.0 TSI · 1.5 TSI · 2.0 TSI petrol · 2.0 TDI diesel · 1.4 TSI iV PHEV
Transmission	6-speed manual · EAT8	6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Euro standard	Euro 6d	Euro 6d
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

Peugeot 308

1.2 PureTech: wet belt on early cars
1.5 BlueHDi: AdBlue and chain
Infotainment software needs updates

Skoda Octavia

1.5 TSI: kangarooing on early cars
DSG: jerkiness at low speed
2.0 TDI: DPF/AdBlue

Pros

Peugeot 308

Modern design and i-Cockpit with a big screen
Widest powertrain range: from diesel to electric
All-electric e-308 (~400+ km WLTP)

Skoda Octavia

Even roomier boot (600 litres)
Modern infotainment
PHEV (iV) available

Cons

Peugeot 308

1.2 PureTech (early cars) carries the wet belt
Boot smaller than class leaders

Skoda Octavia

Sparse base equipment
DSG jerkiness at low speed

Driving experience

Peugeot 308

The P51 leans on the same EMP2 bones as the old 308 but wears a sharper suit. It stays light and low, so the front axle turns in keenly and the car flows through corners without fuss, while the long wheelbase keeps it planted on the motorway. The small i-Cockpit wheel and raised dials are even more pronounced here and take a real acclimatisation; once settled, the steering feels quick and accurate and body roll stays well held. Most versions ride on a comfort-tuned rear that shrugs off broken tarmac, though big wheels firm things up. The 1.2 PureTech 130 is eager, the e-308 is near-silent and instant, and the EAT8 automatic shifts without drama. It is a composed, easy compact, not a hot hatch.

Skoda Octavia

Composed and secure for a family car of its era, with light steering that suits motorway and urban driving. The ride is comfortable on standard wheels, and body roll is present yet managed. Mild-hybrid petrols and diesels deliver responsive low-end performance. It prioritises comfort and practicality over sharp dynamics, with good visibility.