Hatchback · 2014–2021

Peugeot308

i-Cockpit family hatch. Same PureTech belt story as the 208; GT and GTi/PSE sit at the top.

Best for: Families wanting French style in Golf size.

Indicative running costs ~£1,998–£2,840 / year

Power: 130 hp
Economy: 45–55 mpg
Fuel: Petrol
Boot: 285–395 litres
0–60: 8.5–12.5 sec 0–60 mph
Ins. group: Grp12–28, depending on trim and power

Owner essentials

The lookups people actually search for — pressures, oil and spare status. Confirm against the V5C engine code and door sticker.

Tyre size

Commonly 195/55 R16 – 225/40 R18

Tyre pressure (cold)

Often ~30–36 PSI cold for small hatches; check the sticker

Engine oil

PSA/Stellantis-approved 0W-20 or 5W-30 (wet-belt PureTech: do not guess)

Oil capacity

Typically ~3.5–4.5 litres

Spare / puncture kit

Spare, space-saver or sealant kit — check the boot well

ULEZ

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Need a PSI ↔ bar converter? Tyre pressure tool →

UK running costs

Ballpark annual ownership for a private Peugeot 308 at ~8,000 miles/year.

~£1,998–£2,840 / year

Cost	Indicative yearly figure
Fuel	~£959/yr @ 55 mpg, £1.45/L, 8,000 miles
Road tax	~£195/yr typical post-2017 standard rate
Insurance	£550–£1,100 (indicative)
Servicing	~£240–£400 for a typical annual service
Tyres (avg)	~£100–£260 averaged over a set

· Assumes ~8,000 private miles/year — scale up/down with your mileage.
· Insurance is the wild card: age, postcode, NCB and claims history matter more than the car alone.
· Figures are illustrative UK ballparks for planning — not quotes. Use our running-costs tool for a custom budget.

Custom running-costs calculator →Journey fuel cost →Road tax estimator →

Variants & trims

GTI / ST / R-Line / AMG Line are not the same thing — match the boot badge and V5C engine code.

8 listed

Variant	Engine	Power	Economy	Road tax
Access / Active PureTech 110 Wet belt applies. 1.2 PureTech · 48–55 mpg	1.2 PureTech	110 hp	48–55 mpg	~£195*
Allure PureTech 130 Volume petrol. 1.2 PureTech · 45–55 mpg	1.2 PureTech	130 hp	45–55 mpg	~£195*
GT Line / GT Sport trims. 1.2 / 1.6 · 38–50 mpg	1.2 / 1.6	130–225 hp	38–50 mpg	~£195*
BlueHDi 120 / 130 Diesel miles. 1.5–2.0 diesel · 55–70 mpg	1.5–2.0 diesel	120–130 hp	55–70 mpg	~£195*
308 GTi 250 / 270 Hot 308. 1.6 THP · 35–40 mpg	1.6 THP	250–270 hp	35–40 mpg	~£195*
SW estate Wagon. Various · 40–65 mpg	Various	110–225 hp	40–65 mpg	~£195*
PHEV GT / GT Premium Plug-in 308. 1.6 PHEV · Variable	1.6 PHEV	180–225 hp	Variable	~£195*
PSE / 308E Peugeot Sport Engineered / later EV. PHEV / EV · Variable	PHEV / EV	225–360 hp	Variable	£0–£195*

*Indicative annual UK VED. Confirm on GOV.UK.

Full specifications

Engine1.2 litre

Gearbox5- or 6-speed manual; automatic varies by trim

DimensionsApprox. 4.0–4.6m long · 1.7–1.8m wide

ServiceUsually 12 months or 10,000–20,000 miles; confirm by VIN and handbook

InsuranceTypically groups 12–28, depending on trim and power

Road taxDepends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK

CO₂Varies by engine, gearbox and trim — check the V5C or GOV.UK vehicle enquiry

Tyre sizeCommonly 195/55 R16 – 225/40 R18

Tyre pressureOften ~30–36 PSI cold for small hatches; check the sticker

OilPSA/Stellantis-approved 0W-20 or 5W-30 (wet-belt PureTech: do not guess)

Oil capacityTypically ~3.5–4.5 litres

ULEZMost petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Buying a used 308

1Wet belt proof
2SW estates: check load bay and roof rails
3GT Pack kit vs GT power

· Confirm the exact engine code, trim and gearbox on the V5C before ordering parts
· Check the latest MOT history and advisories on GOV.UK
· Compare cold-start behaviour, warning lights and service invoices before buying

Common faults to check

Inspection prompts — not a diagnosis.

PureTech wet belt and oil dilution
EAT auto gearbox history
Touchscreen lag

Peugeot 308 FAQs

Is a used Peugeot 308 expensive to run in the UK?

As a rough guide, many owners should budget ~£1,998–£2,840 / year including fuel, tax, insurance, servicing and tyres at ~8,000 miles/year. Hotter trims and young drivers cost more.

What tyre pressure does a Peugeot 308 need?

Often ~30–36 PSI cold for small hatches; check the sticker. Pressures change with load and wheel size — the legal reference is the sticker in the door shut or fuel flap, not the sidewall maximum.

What oil does a Peugeot 308 take?

PSA/Stellantis-approved 0W-20 or 5W-30 (wet-belt PureTech: do not guess). Capacity is Typically ~3.5–4.5 litres. Wrong oil on wet-belt / LongLife engines can be an expensive mistake — confirm by engine code in the handbook.

What are common Peugeot 308 problems?

Buyers most often watch for: PureTech wet belt and oil dilution; EAT auto gearbox history. Always cross-check MOT history and a pre-purchase inspection.

Is the Peugeot 308 ULEZ compliant?

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Owner handbook

Official Peugeot manuals for exact oil grades, torque figures and fuse maps. We link out; PDFs stay with the manufacturer.

Peugeot owner manuals ↗

Guides & tools

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Reviewed October 2026. Photos: Wikimedia Commons. Cost figures are illustrative UK planning ranges, not insurer or DVLA quotes. Manufacturer handbook and UK model-year specifications GOV.UK MOT guidance and vehicle test standards Owner and workshop inspection patterns; verify against the specific VIN