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Hyundai IONIQ Electric (2016-2019) vs Peugeot e-308
Selected trimPremium 28kWh · 2016-19124 mi · 28 kWh · £28,995
Selected trimAllureChange trim279 mi · 58 kWh · £31,065
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai IONIQ Electric leads on city driving, while the Peugeot e-308 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ Electric (2016-2019) if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Peugeot e-308 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Peugeot e-308 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValuePeugeot
Hyundai
5
Peugeot
6.8
Motorway RangePeugeot
Hyundai
3.3
Peugeot
4.1
FamilyPeugeot
Hyundai
6.9
Peugeot
7.9
ChargingPeugeot
Hyundai
2.9
Peugeot
5.1
Cost Per MilePeugeot
Hyundai
7.4
Peugeot
9
City DrivingHyundai
Hyundai
6.7
Peugeot
6
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 | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh | Peugeot e-308Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £28,995 (better) | £31,065 |
| Official range | 124 miles | 279 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 350 L | 548 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 10.2 sec | 9.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Length
Hyundai IONIQ Electric4,470mm
Peugeot e-3084,367mm-103mm
Width
Hyundai IONIQ Electric1,820mm-32mm
Peugeot e-3081,852mm
Height
Hyundai IONIQ Electric1,450mm-14mm
Peugeot e-3081,464mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh | Peugeot e-308Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,470 mm | 4,367 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,820 mm (better) | 1,852 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,065 mm | 2,062 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,464 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m (better) | 11.1 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 580 mm spare (better) | 548 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh | Peugeot e-308Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 350 L | 548 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1417 L (better) | 1258 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai IONIQ Electric
- At 4,470 mm, longer than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
- 2,700 mm wheelbase, longer than 80% of hatchback EVs we track.
Peugeot e-308
- At 4,367 mm, shorter than 100% of estate EVs in our UK catalogue.
- 2nd-largest boot among estate EVs in our catalogue at 548 L.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai IONIQ Electric Premium 28kWh |  Peugeot e-308 Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.47m | 4.37m-103mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 1.85m+32mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | 2.06m-3mm |
| Height | 1.45m | 1.46m+14mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.70m | 2.67m-25mm |
| Ground Clearance | 140mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 350L | 548L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1417L (better) | 1258L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m (better) | 11.1m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,420kg (better) | 1,676kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 28kWh | 58kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 124 mi | 279 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 70kW | Not available |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £28,995 (better) | £31,065 |
| Price after EV grant | £28,995 (not eligible) | £29,565 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Estate |
| Available | 2016–2019 | 2022+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh | Peugeot e-308Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 124 miles | 279 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 104 miles | 232 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 70 kW | Not available |
| Home AC charging | 6.6 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 25.2 kWh | 55 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh | Peugeot e-308Allure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 10.2 sec | 9.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 88 kW | 115 kW (better) |
| Torque | 295 Nm (better) | 270 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Hyundai IONIQ Electric
Premium 28kWh
Peugeot e-308
Allure
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Hyundai IONIQ Electric
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ Electric Premium 28kWh
Tested 2016
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist86%
Euro NCAP - Peugeot e-308 Allure
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant76%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users68%
Safety Assist65%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh | Peugeot e-308Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 201,168 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Hyundai IONIQ Electric
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Peugeot e-308
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Peugeot e-308 worth the extra £2,070 over the Hyundai IONIQ Electric?
The Peugeot e-308 costs £2,070 more than the Hyundai IONIQ Electric. For that premium it adds 155 miles more WLTP range and 198 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Peugeot e-308 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai IONIQ Electric or the Peugeot e-308?
The Hyundai IONIQ Electric is £2,070 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 Hyundai IONIQ Electric comes out roughly £2,030 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Hyundai IONIQ Electric and Peugeot e-308 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 104 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ Electric and 232 miles for the Peugeot e-308 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Peugeot e-308 goes roughly 129 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai IONIQ Electric or the Peugeot e-308?
The Hyundai IONIQ Electric is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 32 mm narrower than the Peugeot e-308. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 580 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ Electric and about 548 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-308. The Hyundai IONIQ Electric also turns in a 0.5 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai IONIQ Electric or the Peugeot e-308?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Hyundai IONIQ Electric and 84% for the Peugeot e-308. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. 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.
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Data accuracy
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