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Hyundai Kona vs Peugeot 508 SW comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 45,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Peugeot 508 SW?

Hyundai Kona vs Peugeot 508 SW: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.6 (10 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
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Peugeot 508 SW

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately 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

Kona

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.

Hyundai Kona is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,029 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 SW uses 1.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers clearly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 458 km more than the Peugeot 508 SW.

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 considerably more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 SW is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 SW delivers considerably more torque with 520 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 255 Nm more.

Kona

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, Hyundai Kona is noticeably lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,846 kg. The difference is around 476 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 508 SW offers moderately more boot space – 530 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 64 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries marginally more – 490 kg compared to 454 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 508 SW comes out clearly ahead 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
Hyundai Kona
Peugeot 508 SW

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Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona is a compact crossover that pairs bold styling with practical everyday usability, offering a comfortable cabin and intuitive tech for modern drivers. Available in both conventional and electrified versions, Kona brings lively handling and strong value for buyers who want crossover versatility and standout character.

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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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Hyundai Kona
Peugeot 508 SW

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
46 - 52 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
38 - 45 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,846 - 1,967 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
530 L
Length
-
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
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Height
1,420 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
373 - 454 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Peugeot
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