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Peugeot e-308 SW vs VW ID.3
Selected trimAllureChange trim275 mi · 58 kWh · £32,265
At a glance
The VW ID.3 was replaced by the VW ID.3 Neo in 2026. Compare the Peugeot e-308 SW with the VW ID.3 Neo
In this comparison, Peugeot e-308 SW stays competitive across the board, while the VW ID.3 leads on motorway range, charging speed and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the VW ID.3 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The VW ID.3 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Peugeot
6.2
VW
6.2
Too close to call
Motorway RangeVW
Peugeot
4.1
VW
5.6
Family
Peugeot
7.5
VW
7.4
Too close to call
ChargingVW
Peugeot
5.1
VW
6.5
Cost Per Mile
Peugeot
8.7
VW
8.4
Too close to call
City DrivingVW
Peugeot
5
VW
8.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Peugeot e-308 SWAllure | VW ID.3Pure Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £32,265 | £30,860 (better) |
| Official range | 275 miles (better) | 241 miles |
| Boot space | 505 L (better) | 385 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 25 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.9 sec | 8.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Peugeot e-308 SW
VW ID.3
Length
Peugeot e-308 SW4,636mm
VW ID.34,264mm-372mm
Width
Peugeot e-308 SW1,852mm
VW ID.31,809mm-43mm
Height
Peugeot e-308 SW1,464mm-100mm
VW ID.31,564mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Peugeot e-308 SWAllure | VW ID.3Pure Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,636 mm | 4,264 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,852 mm | 1,809 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,062 mm | 2,015 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,464 mm | 1,564 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.1 m | 10.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 548 mm spare | 591 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Peugeot e-308 SWAllure | VW ID.3Pure Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 505 L (better) | 385 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1502 L (better) | 1267 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Peugeot e-308 SW
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
VW ID.3
- Peak DC charging of 145 kW, faster than 90% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
- 2,770 mm wheelbase, longer than 100% of hatchback EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Peugeot e-308 SW Allure |  VW ID.3 Pure Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.64m | 4.26m-372mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.81m-43mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | 2.02m-47mm |
| Height | 1.46m | 1.56m+100mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.73m | 2.77m+38mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 150mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 505L (better) | 385L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1502L (better) | 1267L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.1m | 10.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,708kg (better) | 1,787kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh (better) | 52kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 275 mi (better) | 241 mi |
| Max DC Charge | Not available | 145kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £32,265 | £30,860 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £30,765 (-£1,500) | £30,860 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Estate | Hatchback |
| Available | 2023+ | 2024–2026 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Peugeot e-308 SWAllure | VW ID.3Pure Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 275 miles (better) | 241 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 229 miles (better) | 201 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 25 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | Not available | 145 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.2 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 55 kWh (better) | 52 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Peugeot e-308 SWAllure | VW ID.3Pure Essential |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.9 sec | 8.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 115 kW | 125 kW (better) |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 310 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Peugeot e-308 SW
Allure
VW ID.3
Pure Essential
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Peugeot e-308 SW Allure
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant76%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users68%
Safety Assist65%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - VW ID.3 Pure Essential
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant86%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users78%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Peugeot e-308 SWAllure | VW ID.3Pure Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Peugeot e-308 SW
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
VW ID.3
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Peugeot e-308 SW
No active listings.
VW ID.3
- £26,2992025Car360View
- £20,9922024Car360View
- £21,6992025Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Peugeot e-308 SW worth the extra £1,405 over the VW ID.3?
The Peugeot e-308 SW costs £1,405 more than the VW ID.3. For that premium it adds 34 miles more WLTP range and 120 litres more boot space. The VW ID.3 is not just cheaper - it also offers a 1.7s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the VW ID.3 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Peugeot e-308 SW or the VW ID.3?
The VW ID.3 is £1,405 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £144 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the VW ID.3 comes out roughly £1,405 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Peugeot e-308 SW and VW ID.3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 229 miles for the Peugeot e-308 SW and 201 miles for the VW ID.3 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Peugeot e-308 SW goes roughly 29 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Peugeot e-308 SW or the VW ID.3?
The VW ID.3 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 43 mm narrower than the Peugeot e-308 SW. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 591 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.3 and about 548 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-308 SW. The VW ID.3 also turns in a 0.9 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Peugeot e-308 SW or the VW ID.3?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Peugeot e-308 SW and 87% for the VW ID.3. That gives the VW ID.3 a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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See both cars in our rankings
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .