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Kia Niro vs Peugeot 508 SW comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 45,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Peugeot 508 SW?

Kia Niro vs Peugeot 508 SW: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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Peugeot 508 SW

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

Niro

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.

Kia Niro is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,466 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 SW uses 1.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Kia Niro with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

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 Peugeot 508 SW offers clearly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 222 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 Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 5.9 s quicker.

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

Niro

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is visibly lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 1,846 kg. The difference is around 372 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Niro carries marginally more – 466 kg compared to 454 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 508 SW is decisively 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
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Kia Niro

The Kia Niro blends clever packaging and modern styling into a compact crossover that’s refreshingly sensible for daily life. It’s comfortable, economical and packed with user‑friendly tech, so if you want a fuss‑free family car with a touch of green credibility, the Niro is worth a test drive.

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Reviews Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Archi
25 Mar 2026, 13:11:41

Efficient, functional, understated, spacious and comfortable. No surprises: it delivers what it promises and does its job without fanfare. Good buy.

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Wolfgang Schäfer
21 Oct 2025, 14:01:32

I've been driving the Kia Niro since 2019 and am still very happy with this car.

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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4.7 (1 Reviews)
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Peugeot 508 SW

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 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
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 111 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
1,474 kg
Curb weight
1,846 - 1,967 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
530 L
Length
-
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,420 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
373 - 454 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the Kia Niro?

The Kia Niro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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