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.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Peugeot e-308 by roughly $3,550 in fuel alone.
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
Both come with modern infotainment systems. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Peugeot e-308 stands out with Apple CarPlay and head-up display 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.
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.
10.8m diameter
Good
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
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $715/year for the Peugeot e-308 and $1,425/year for the Alfa Romeo Junior. That is a $710 annual difference in favour of the Peugeot e-308.
Estimated annual total: $715 (Peugeot e-308) vs $1,425 (Alfa Romeo Junior). The Peugeot e-308 saves you roughly $710 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.
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, want lower running costs, 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
The Alfa Romeo Junior takes 3 of 5 key spec categories and comes in at a lower price. The Peugeot e-308 will save you roughly $710 a year in fuel. 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.
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.
Published by CarSorted Editorial Team · 20 April 2026
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