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Nissan X-Trail vs Peugeot 508 SW comparison

Compare performance (213 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 45,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan X-Trail or Peugeot 508 SW?

Nissan X-Trail vs Peugeot 508 SW: Key differences

Nissan X-Trail

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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Peugeot 508 SW

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly 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

X-Trail

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.

Nissan X-Trail is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,443 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 SW uses 1.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Nissan X-Trail with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

508 SW

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 508 SW offers significantly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 213 HP. That’s roughly 147 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 SW is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Nissan X-Trail takes 7 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan X-Trail delivers only slightly more torque with 525 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm more.

X-Trail

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Nissan X-Trail offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan X-Trail is somewhat lighter – 1,668 kg compared to 1,846 kg. The difference is around 178 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan X-Trail offers marginally more boot space – 585 L compared to 530 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan X-Trail carries visibly more – 574 kg compared to 454 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 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.

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
Nissan X-Trail
Peugeot 508 SW

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Nissan X-Trail

The Nissan X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.

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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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Nissan X-Trail
Peugeot 508 SW

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 50,500 £
Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
46 - 52 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
131 - 161 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 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,668 - 1,961 kg
Curb weight
1,846 - 1,967 kg
Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
Trunk capacity
530 L
Length
-
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,420 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
Payload
432 - 574 kg
Payload
373 - 454 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 213 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
300 - 525 Nm
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 157 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Peugeot
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