Opel Astra J vs Peugeot 308 II: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.

Opel · 2009–2015
Astra J
- Power
- 70 kW95 PS
- Kerb mass
- 1,373 kg

Peugeot · 2013–2021
308 II
- Power
- 60 kW82 PS
- Kerb mass
- -
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At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
Categories won: Astra J 0 308 II 2
- Family 308 II Boot: 470 l vs 370 l
- City 308 II Length: 4,253 mm vs 4,419 mm
In plain words
Opel Astra J has more power: 70 kW (95 PS) against 60 kW (82 PS) for Peugeot 308 II. Opel Astra J is 166 mm longer than Peugeot 308 II (4,419 mm vs 4,253 mm). Peugeot 308 II has the bigger boot: 470 l against 370 l. Opel Astra J is the older design (from 2009); Peugeot 308 II arrived in 2013. On the catalog figures, the Peugeot 308 II is the pick for family and city. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the Peugeot 308 II yet, so some checks above leave it out.
Size and weight
Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.
| Astra J | 308 II | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,419 mm174.0 in | 4,253 mm167.4 in −166 mm −6.5 in −3.8% |
| Width | 1,814 mm71.4 in | 1,804 mm71.0 in −10 mm −0.4 in −0.6% |
| Height | 1,510 mm59.4 in | 1,457 mm57.4 in −53 mm −2.1 in −3.5% |
| Wheelbase | 2,685 mm105.7 in | 2,620 mm103.1 in −65 mm −2.6 in −2.4% |
| Boot | 370 l13.1 cu ft | 470 l16.6 cu ft +100 l +3.5 cu ft +27.0% |
| Fits a standard garage? | Yes | Yes |
Difference vs Astra J (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.
Full specifications
| Opel Astra J | Peugeot 308 II | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | 1.3 CDTI · diesel · 70 kW (95 PS) | 1.2 · petrol · 60 kW (82 PS) |
| Production years | 2009–2015 | 2013–2021 |
| Body | Sedan, Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 70 kW (95 PS) 94 hp Better | 60 kW (82 PS) 80 hp |
| Power, all versions | 64–206 kW (87–280 PS) 86–276 hp | 60–199 kW (82–271 PS) 80–267 hp |
| Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. | 190 Nm 140 lb-ft | No data |
| Power per tonne | 51 kW/t 62 hp/ton calculated | No data |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Engine | No data | 1,200 cc · 3 cyl 1.2 l |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | No data |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 4,419 mm 174.0 in | 4,253 mm 167.4 in |
| Width | 1,814 mm 71.4 in | 1,804 mm 71.0 in |
| Height | 1,510 mm 59.4 in | 1,457 mm 57.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,685 mm 105.7 in | 2,620 mm 103.1 in |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | 1,373 kg 3,027 lb | No data |
| Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. | 370 l 13.1 cu ft | 470 l 16.6 cu ft Better |
| Safety | ||
| Euro NCAP | ★★★★★ (2009) | ★★★★★ (2013) |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).