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Mercedes E Class vs Peugeot 508 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (585 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (50500 £ vs 44600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class or Peugeot 508?

Mercedes E Class

Peugeot 508

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Peugeot 508 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 44600 £, while the Mercedes E Class costs 50500 £. That’s a price difference of around 5919 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Peugeot 508 with 1.60 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes E Class performs decisively better – achieving up to 116 km, about 61 km more than the Peugeot 508.

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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 Mercedes E Class has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 585 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 225 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Peugeot 508 takes 5.20 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E Class pulls noticeable stronger with 750 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Mercedes E Class is barely noticeable lighter – 1810 kg compared to 1811 kg. The difference is around 1 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers hardly perceptible more room – 540 L compared to 487 L. That’s a difference of about 53 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class evident takes the win – 640 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 171 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes E Class proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes E Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Mercedes E Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km
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Mercedes E Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
50500 - 119700 £
Price
44600 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Electric Range
46 - 55 km
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
39 - 172 g/km
co2
36 - 45 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
Curb weight
1811 - 1941 kg
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
487 L
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Length
4750 mm
Width
1880 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1468 - 1480 mm
Height
1403 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1537 L
Payload
530 - 640 kg
Payload
379 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Is the Mercedes E Class offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes E Class is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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