Peugeot e-308 vs Alfa Romeo Junior
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.
Price Breakdown
The Peugeot e-308 starts from $67,990 before on-road costs, while the Alfa Romeo Junior opens at $45,900. That makes the Alfa Romeo Junior the more affordable entry point by $22,090.
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 $74,789 and $50,490 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 Alfa Romeo Junior, 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.
Feature Showdown
The Peugeot e-308 features a 10-inch touchscreen paired with a 10-inch digital dash, while the Alfa Romeo Junior gets a 10.3-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Peugeot e-308 stands out with Apple CarPlay, head-up display and Focal audio that you will not find on the Alfa Romeo Junior. The Alfa Romeo Junior counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the Peugeot e-308 gets leather upholstery while the Alfa Romeo Junior offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the Peugeot e-308 and 1-zone in the Alfa Romeo Junior.
Drivetrain
The Peugeot e-308 uses a Electric Motor producing 115kW and 260Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.8 seconds.
The Alfa Romeo Junior responds with a Petrol MHEV making 107kW and 230Nm, paired to a dct driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.9 seconds.
The Peugeot e-308 has the clear power advantage at 115kW vs 107kW. In the real-world sprint, the Alfa Romeo Junior is 0.9s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Peugeot e-308 measures 4,367mm long on a 2,675mm wheelbase, 197mm longer than the Alfa Romeo Junior at 4,170mm (2,560mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Peugeot e-308 generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 361L in the Peugeot e-308 and 270L in the Alfa Romeo Junior, giving the Peugeot e-308 a 91L advantage.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
10.5m to 10.8m
Based on 10.5m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Based on 10.8m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
True Cost to Own
Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.
Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Peugeot e-308) vs 5 years / 150,000km (Alfa Romeo Junior). Both match on warranty length.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Peugeot e-308 if: You prioritise performance, need more boot space, or prefer Peugeot's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Alfa Romeo Junior if: You want the lower entry price, or prefer Alfa Romeo's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
This is genuinely close. The Peugeot e-308 and Alfa Romeo Junior trade blows across the spec sheet, and neither runs away with an outright win. If boot space matters, the Peugeot e-308 has a clear edge. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Peugeot e-308 and Alfa Romeo Junior?
The Alfa Romeo Junior is the cheapest at $45,900 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Peugeot e-308 by $22,090.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Alfa Romeo Junior uses the least fuel at 4.1L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Alfa Romeo Junior all hold a 5-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which has the most boot space?
The Peugeot e-308 has the largest boot at 361L.
Which can tow the most?
The Alfa Romeo Junior has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,200kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Peugeot e-308 makes the most power at 115kW. The Alfa Romeo Junior is quickest to 100km/h in 8.9s.
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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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