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Nissan Leaf vs Peugeot 508 SW comparison

Compare performance (217 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 45,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Leaf or Peugeot 508 SW?

Nissan Leaf vs Peugeot 508 SW: Key differences

Nissan Leaf

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
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Peugeot 508 SW

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • 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

Leaf

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan Leaf is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,786 £.

As for electric range, the Nissan Leaf offers clearly more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 572 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 clearly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 217 HP. That’s roughly 143 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 SW is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Nissan Leaf takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 SW delivers clearly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 355 Nm. That’s about 165 Nm more.

Leaf

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, Peugeot 508 SW is barely lighter – 1,846 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 18 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 508 SW offers slightly more boot space – 530 L compared to 437 L. That’s a difference of about 93 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 508 SW carries very slightly more – 454 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Leaf 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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Leaf

Nissan Leaf

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 176 - 217 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 436 - 624 km
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Reviews Nissan Leaf

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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Mir
12 Mar 2026, 21:05:00

The author of this comparison probably doesn't read what they're writing. Almost 100 Nm is a small difference? XD And by the way, the Leaf is listed at 6.9 s to the first 100 km/h while the rival is over 8 s — that's not a small difference… it's a shame to read this comparison with so many mistakes; better to take a drive and judge for yourself.

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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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4.9 (3 Reviews)
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Enrico
6 Jul 2026, 10:18:10

I've owned a 508 GT SW diesel since 2022. Its design is unbeatable for elegance and sporty style, very comfortable for travelling (I'm a sales rep) and has excellent cargo capacity. It's a shame PEUGEOT has discontinued production of this splendid car — it's given me nothing but satisfaction.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
436 - 624 km
Electric Range
46 - 52 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
38 - 45 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Curb weight
1,846 - 1,967 kg
Trunk capacity
437 L
Trunk capacity
530 L
Length
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Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
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Height
1,420 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
Payload
441 - 444 kg
Payload
373 - 454 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
176 - 217 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the Nissan Leaf?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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