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Lexus ES vs Peugeot 508 SW comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 45,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Peugeot 508 SW?

Lexus ES vs Peugeot 508 SW: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • barely lighter
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Peugeot 508 SW

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially 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

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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.

Peugeot 508 SW is marginally cheaper – starting at 45,600 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 985 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 SW uses 1.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus ES with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 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 218 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 SW is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

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

ES

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, Lexus ES is barely lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 1,846 kg. The difference is around 166 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 508 SW offers moderately more boot space – 530 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 76 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus ES carries only slightly more – 470 kg compared to 454 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 508 SW is far ahead 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.

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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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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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Reviews Lexus ES

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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 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
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 g/km
co2
38 - 45 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
1,846 - 1,967 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
530 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
1,420 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
373 - 454 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Peugeot
Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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