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

Opel · 2015–2021
Astra K
- Power
- 147 kW200 PS
- Kerb mass
- 1,350 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 K 0 308 II 2
- Family 308 II Boot: 470 l vs 370 l
- City 308 II Length: 4,253 mm vs 4,370 mm
In plain words
Opel Astra K has more power: 147 kW (200 PS) against 60 kW (82 PS) for Peugeot 308 II. Opel Astra K is 117 mm longer than Peugeot 308 II (4,370 mm vs 4,253 mm). Peugeot 308 II has the bigger boot: 470 l against 370 l. Peugeot 308 II is the older design (from 2013); Opel Astra K arrived in 2015. 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 K | 308 II | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,370 mm172.0 in † | 4,253 mm167.4 in −117 mm −4.6 in −2.7% |
| Width | 1,809 mm71.2 in † | 1,804 mm71.0 in −5 mm −0.2 in −0.3% |
| Height | 1,485 mm58.5 in † | 1,457 mm57.4 in −28 mm −1.1 in −1.9% |
| Wheelbase | 2,662 mm104.8 in † | 2,620 mm103.1 in −42 mm −1.7 in −1.6% |
| 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 K (±). 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. † from another version of this generation.
Full specifications
| Opel Astra K | Peugeot 308 II | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | 1.6 Turbo (4-cyl, 1,598 cm³) · petrol · 147 kW (200 PS) | 1.2 · petrol · 60 kW (82 PS) |
| Production years | 2015–2021 | 2013–2021 |
| Body | Hatchback, Station wagon | Hatchback |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 147 kW (200 PS) 197 hp Better | 60 kW (82 PS) 80 hp |
| Power, all versions | 66–147 kW (90–200 PS) 89–197 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. | 300 Nm 221 lb-ft | No data |
| Power per tonne | 109 kW/t 132 hp/ton calculated | No data |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,598 cc 1.6 l | 1,200 cc · 3 cyl 1.2 l |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | No data |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 4,370 mm 172.0 in † | 4,253 mm 167.4 in |
| Width | 1,809 mm 71.2 in † | 1,804 mm 71.0 in |
| Height | 1,485 mm 58.5 in † | 1,457 mm 57.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,662 mm 104.8 in † | 2,620 mm 103.1 in |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | 1,350 kg 2,976 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 |
| Fuel tank Why it matters: A larger tank means more distance between fuel stops. | 48 l 12.7 gal US | No data |
| Safety | ||
| Euro NCAP | ★★★★★ (2015) | ★★★★★ (2013) |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (1): Fuel.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).
† from another version of this generation.