Audi A3 vs Peugeot e-308
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Hatchbacks compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Audi A3
$36,200 when new
RRP when new — this model is no longer sold new in Australia
Hatchback
Petrol
—
75kW
6.7 L/100km
ANCAP: no data
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Peugeot e-308
From $65,990
Hatchback
Electric
Electric Motor
115kW
—
4★ ANCAP
434L
Audi A3: we're still completing length, width, height, wheelbase and kerb weight, plus 5 others.
Peugeot e-308: we're still completing kerb weight, braked towing and energy consumption.
Blank cells below mean we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
The Audi A3 starts from $36,200 before on-road costs, while the Peugeot e-308 opens at $65,990. That makes the Audi A3 the more affordable entry point by $29,790.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $39,820 and $72,589 respectively.
The Peugeot e-308 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Audi A3, as a petrol model, does not qualify.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Charging Times
How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.
How long to charge
51kWh usablePublic DC
50kW charger · 0–80%
Ultra-rapid DC
up to 100kW · 0–80%
Estimates from usable battery size and the car's max charge rates (11kW AC, 100kW DC). Real times vary with temperature, starting charge, charger output and the charging curve.
Feature Showdown
Both come with modern infotainment systems.
The Peugeot e-308 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging, power tailgate, Focal audio and ambient lighting that the Audi A3 does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Audi A3 lines up producing 75kW and 148Nm of torque, sent through a 7-speed dual-clutch (s tronic) to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 12 seconds.
The Peugeot e-308 responds with a Electric Motor making 115kW and 270Nm, paired to a single-speed automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.8 seconds.
The Peugeot e-308 has the clear power advantage at 115kW vs 75kW. In the real-world sprint, the Peugeot e-308 is 2.2s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
10.5m diameter
Good
Based on 10.5m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Good
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 9.1 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: clears in one
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
1.9 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: swings in
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Audi A3 if: You want the lower entry price, or prefer Audi's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Peugeot e-308 if: You prioritise performance, or prefer Peugeot's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Peugeot e-308 takes 2 of 3 key spec categories. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Audi A3 and Peugeot e-308?
The Audi A3 is the cheapest at $36,200 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Peugeot e-308 by $29,790.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Audi A3 uses the least fuel at 6.7L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Peugeot e-308 all hold a 4-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which is the most powerful?
The Peugeot e-308 makes the most power at 115kW. The Peugeot e-308 is quickest to 100km/h in 9.8s.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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