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Audi A5 Sportback vs Peugeot 508 SW - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (38700 £ vs 45600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or Peugeot 508 SW?

Audi A5 Sportback

Peugeot 508 SW

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

A5 Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi A5 Sportback has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38700 £ , while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6858 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 508 SW manages with 1.70 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Audi A5 Sportback with 2 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Audi A5 Sportback performs convincingly better – achieving up to 110 km, about 58 km more than the Peugeot 508 SW.

508 SW

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 A5 Sportback has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 367 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Peugeot 508 SW takes 5.20 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A5 Sportback pulls slight stronger with 550 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

A5 Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Peugeot 508 SW offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Audi A5 Sportback is hardly perceptible lighter – 1770 kg compared to 1846 kg. The difference is around 76 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 508 SW offers to a small extent more room – 530 L compared to 445 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 508 SW performs noticeable better – up to 1780 L, which is about 481 L more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, Audi A5 Sportback to a small extent takes the win – 530 kg compared to 454 kg. That’s a difference of about 76 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A5 Sportback shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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.

from about £38,700
A5 Sportback

Audi A5 Sportback

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 107 - 110 km
Audi A5 Sportback
Peugeot 508 SW

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Audi A5 Sportback

The Audi A5 Sportback dresses up sleek coupe proportions with the everyday sense of a practical hatchback, so you get striking looks without the compromises. Behind the wheel it balances poise and comfort with premium trimmings that make daily driving feel a little bit special — ideal for buyers who want style and substance in equal measure.

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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 A5 Sportback
Peugeot 508 SW

Costs and Consumption

Price
38700 - 68600 £
Price
45600 - 61800 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
107 - 110 km
Electric Range
46 - 52 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
38 - 45 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1770 - 2170 kg
Curb weight
1846 - 1967 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
530 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4778 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1429 - 1444 mm
Height
1420 mm
Max trunk capacity
1175 - 1299 L
Max trunk capacity
1780 L
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
373 - 454 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 367 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Peugeot
Is the Audi A5 Sportback offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.