Audi A4 Avant vs Peugeot 508 – Which model is better for everyday use?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Costs and Efficiency: Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi A4 Avant has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37200 £, while the Peugeot 508 costs 44600 £. That’s a price difference of around 7329 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 manages with 1.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.80 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

Engine and Performance: Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A4 Avant has a evident edge – offering 470 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 110 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Peugeot 508 takes 5.20 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A4 Avant performs to a small extent better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Peugeot 508 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A4 Avant pulls a bit stronger with 600 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use: Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, the Audi A4 Avant is a bit lighter – 1595 kg compared to 1811 kg. The difference is around 216 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A4 Avant offers minimal more room – 495 L compared to 487 L. That’s a difference of about 8 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 508 performs minimal better – up to 1537 L, which is about 42 L more than the Audi A4 Avant.

When it comes to payload, Audi A4 Avant to a small extent takes the win – 565 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 96 kg.

All in all, the Peugeot 508 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.