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Dacia Duster vs Peugeot 508 SW comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (16,300 £ vs 45,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Peugeot 508 SW?

Dacia Duster vs Peugeot 508 SW: Key differences

Dacia Duster

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Peugeot 508 SW

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly 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

Duster

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.

Dacia Duster is significantly cheaper – starting at 16,300 £ , while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,323 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 SW uses 1.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Dacia Duster with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

508 SW

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 508 SW offers substantially more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 202 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 SW is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.4 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 508 SW is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Dacia Duster tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 SW delivers considerably more torque with 520 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm more.

Duster

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Duster is noticeably lighter – 1,377 kg compared to 1,846 kg. The difference is around 469 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 508 SW offers very slightly more boot space – 530 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 508 SW offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,780 L, about 171 L more than the Dacia Duster.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 508 SW carries barely more – 454 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 508 SW is clearly superior overall 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 £45,600
508 SW

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/100km
  • Electric Range : 46 - 52 km
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Dacia Duster

The Dacia Duster is a no-nonsense compact SUV that delivers rugged practicality and surprisingly comfortable everyday driving without fuss. It might not win any beauty contests, but its honest design, easy-to-live-with cabin and tough attitude make it a smart pick for buyers who want reliable transport without luxury frills.

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14 Dec 2025, 22:40:05

I find the difference between the two very minimal.
And for almost €20k more 💶 I would absolutely not choose the Tiguan.

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Peugeot 508 SW

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16,300 - 24,900 £
Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
46 - 52 km
Battery Capacity
0.6 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
107 - 140 g/km
co2
38 - 45 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,377 - 1,455 kg
Curb weight
1,846 - 1,967 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
530 L
Length
4,343 mm
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,813 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,656 - 1,659 mm
Height
1,420 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,414 - 1,609 L
Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
Payload
402 - 453 kg
Payload
373 - 454 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Peugeot
What drivetrain options does the Dacia Duster have?

The Dacia Duster is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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