2023 Peugeot 308 GT Premium Wagon review
Peugeot's little 308 wagon is a real head-turner, and packs plenty of boot space – but falls short of greatness in a few areas.
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Scott Collie
2023 Peugeot 308 vs 2024 Mazda Mazda 3 Comparison
Peugeot 308
Mazda Mazda 3
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2023 Peugeot
308
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2024 Mazda
Mazda 3
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CarExpert Rating
Based on the Peugeot 308 GT PREMIUM
Based on the Mazda Mazda 3 G25 EVOLVE SP VISION
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Luxury
City drivingFuel Efficiency
40L - 52L
56 to 276 km
51L
296 to 352 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$43,990 - $50,490
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Just look at it
- Massive boot
- Luxurious, interesting interior
Misses
- Needs more grunt at this price
- Driving position is an acquired taste
- Boot space comes at cost of rear legroom
Josh Nevett
Deputy Marketplace Editor
Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Engaging to drive
- Loaded with safety kit
- Premium cabin feel
Misses
- Thirsty in traffic
- Tight rear seats, boot
- Expensive servicing
Colours Available
Olivine Green is the standard colour on hatchback models, while Avatar Blue is standard on the wagon.
The following metallic finishes are a $690 option:
- Artense Grey
- Nera Black
- Platinum Grey (wagon only)
The following premium metallic finishes are a $1050 option:
- Pearl White
- Elixir Red
- Vertigo Blue (excludes wagon)
The Mazda 3 is available in the following finishes:
- Platinum Quartz Metallic
- Sonic Silver Metallic
- Deep Crystal Blue Mica
- Jet Black Mica
- Snowflake White Pearl Mica
The following finishes cost an additional $495:
- Polymetal Grey Metallic
- Soul Red Crystal Metallic
- Machine Grey Metallic
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | ELECT DIRECT INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1199 - 1598 | 1998 - 2497 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 1.2L, 1.6L | 2.5L, 2.0L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| TURBO 3, TURBO 4 | INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 12 - 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 96kW - 132kW | 114kW - 139kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5500 - 6000 | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 230Nm - 250Nm | 200Nm - 252Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1750 | 4000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10.5 | 13 | |
