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Audi A4 Avant vs Peugeot 508 SW – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Peugeot 508 SW?

Audi A4 Avant

Peugeot 508 SW

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

A4 Avant @ Audi AG

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 clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37200 £, while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45600 £. That’s a price difference of around 8358 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 508 SW manages with 1.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.80 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.

508 SW @ Peugeot / Stellantis Media

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 clearly perceptible 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 decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Peugeot 508 SW 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 SW tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

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

A4 Avant @ Audi AG

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, Audi A4 Avant is to a small extent lighter – 1595 kg compared to 1846 kg. The difference is around 251 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 508 SW offers barely noticeable more room – 530 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 508 SW performs somewhat better – up to 1780 L, which is about 285 L more than the Audi A4 Avant.

When it comes to payload, Audi A4 Avant somewhat takes the win – 565 kg compared to 454 kg. That’s a difference of about 111 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Peugeot 508 SW shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Audi A4 Avant
Peugeot 508 SW

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from about £45,600
508 SW @ Peugeot / Stellantis Media

Peugeot 508 SW

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 180 - 360 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 2 L
  • Electric Range : 46 - 52 km

Audi A4 Avant

The Audi A4 Avant blends elegant, understated styling with practical estate versatility, making it a polished choice for drivers who want both poise and generous cargo space. Inside, the cabin feels premium and tech-forward while the composed driving manners turn routine journeys into a quietly satisfying experience—exactly the sensible indulgence buyers will appreciate.

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Peugeot 508 SW

The Peugeot 508 SW dresses up as a sleek estate, blending Parisian flair with usable loadspace so you don't have to choose between style and weekend practicality. Inside it's a driver-focused cabin with quality materials and clever packaging that makes it a sensible, slightly mischievous choice for buyers who want an executive feel without the buttoned-up seriousness.

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Audi A4 Avant
Peugeot 508 SW
A4 Avant @ Audi AG
508 SW @ Peugeot / Stellantis Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
37200 - 122500 £
Price
45600 - 61800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
46 - 52 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
38 - 45 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1595 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
1846 - 1967 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
530 L
Length
4750 - 4782 mm
Length
4778 mm
Width
1842 - 1866 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1428 - 1493 mm
Height
1420 mm
Max trunk capacity
1495 L
Max trunk capacity
1780 L
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
373 - 454 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2894 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Peugeot
What drivetrain options does the Audi A4 Avant have?

The Audi A4 Avant is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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