Fuel consumption figures vary between 3.1 l/100 km (75.88 mpg) (2014 Peugeot 308 II (Phase I, 2013) 1.6 BlueHDi (120 Hp)) and 8.1 l/100 km (29.04 mpg) (2009 Peugeot 308 CC I (Phase I, 2008) 1.6 THP (140 Hp)), depending on the variant.
Peugeot 308 measures at between 4253 mm (167.44 in.) and 4585 mm (180.51 in.) in length, 1804 mm (71.02 in.) and 1872 mm (73.7 in.) in width, and 1427 mm (56.18 in.) and 1564 mm (61.57 in.) in height, depending on the variant.
Ground clearance could be 109 mm (4.3 in.), 130 mm (5.1 in.), or 135 mm (5.3 in.), depending on the variant.
Both variants with manual (5- or 6-speed) and automatic (6- or 8-speed) transmissions are available in the Peugeot 308 range.
Hatchback and station wagon variants of Peugeot 308 have 5 seats, while the coupe-cabriolet ones are 4-seaters.
Peugeot 308 does not have SUV variants. It is available in hatchback, station wagon, and coupe-cabriolet body styles.
A third Peugeot 308 generation was announced in 2021.
While still having common problems reported, many owners are satisfied with their Peugeot 308 vehicles. Issues include starting problems, the engine overheating, oil warning light staying on, decreasing braking power, slower acceleration.