Volkswagen Golf vs Peugeot 308: dimensions compared
The Peugeot 308 is 8 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf (4.37 m vs 4.28 m). The Peugeot 308 is 6 cm wider than the Volkswagen Golf (1.85 m vs 1.79 m). The Volkswagen Golf is 4 cm taller than the Peugeot 308 (1.49 m vs 1.45 m).
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Dimensions table
| Volkswagen Golf | Peugeot 308 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 4.28 m | 4.37 m | −8 cm |
| Width (excl. mirrors) | 1.79 m | 1.85 m | −6 cm |
| Width with mirrors extended | 2.07 m | 2.06 m | +1 cm |
| Height | 1.49 m | 1.45 m | +4 cm |
| Footprint | 7.66 m² | 8.09 m² | — |
| Category | compact car | compact car |
Parking and garage
- The Volkswagen Golf fits within the length of a standard 5.00 m parking space (72 cm to spare).
- The Peugeot 308 fits within the length of a standard 5.00 m parking space (63 cm to spare).
- The Volkswagen Golf (1.49 m) fits under a standard garage door of about 2.10 m.
- The Peugeot 308 (1.45 m) fits under a standard garage door of about 2.10 m.
Frequently asked questions
Which is longer, the Volkswagen Golf or the Peugeot 308?
The Peugeot 308 is 8 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf (4.37 m vs 4.28 m).
Which one is wider?
The Peugeot 308 is 6 cm wider than the Volkswagen Golf (1.85 m vs 1.79 m). With mirrors extended: 2.07 m for the Volkswagen Golf, 2.06 m for the Peugeot 308.
Which one is taller?
The Volkswagen Golf is 4 cm taller than the Peugeot 308 (1.49 m vs 1.45 m).
Do they fit in a standard parking space?
The Volkswagen Golf fits within the length of a standard 5.00 m parking space (72 cm to spare). The Peugeot 308 fits within the length of a standard 5.00 m parking space (63 cm to spare).