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BMW Z4 vs Peugeot 508 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 44,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Peugeot 508?

BMW Z4 vs Peugeot 508: Key differences

BMW Z4

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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Peugeot 508

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Z4

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW Z4 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Peugeot 508 costs 44,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,114 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 uses 1.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW Z4 with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 5.3 L/100km.

508

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 508 offers only slightly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW Z4 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Peugeot 508 takes 5.2 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 delivers barely more torque with 520 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Z4

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Peugeot 508 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is moderately lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 1,811 kg. The difference is around 301 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 508 offers clearly more boot space – 487 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 206 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 508 carries substantially more – 469 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 234 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 508 holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £44,600
508

Peugeot 508

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 180 - 360 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.6 - 2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 46 - 55 km
BMW Z4
Peugeot 508

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW Z4

The BMW Z4 is a taut, road-hugging roadster that pairs elegant, low-slung styling with a roof you can drop on a sunny whim, delivering that pure, wind-in-your-hair driving thrill few cars manage to match. It’s an ideal weekend companion for drivers who prefer engagement over practicality — bring good shoes rather than a lot of luggage, and you’ll get a grin every time you turn the wheel.

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Peugeot 508

The Peugeot 508 turns heads with a low-slung, almost coupe-like silhouette and a cabin that feels grown-up and surprisingly premium for the money. On the road it balances comfort and poise with a playful edge, making it a convincing choice for buyers who want something stylish and sensible without shouting for attention.

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BMW Z4
Peugeot 508

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
44,600 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
46 - 55 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
157 - 191 g/km
co2
36 - 45 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,811 - 1,941 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
487 L
Length
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Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,403 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,537 L
Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
379 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Peugeot
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