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Peugeot 508 SW vs BMW X1 comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (45,600 £ vs 38,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 SW or BMW X1?

Peugeot 508 SW vs BMW X1: Key differences

Peugeot 508 SW

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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BMW X1

4.3 (8 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • markedly more electric range
  • a bit lighter
  • only 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

508 SW

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.

BMW X1 is slightly cheaper – starting at 38,700 £ , while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,943 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 SW uses 1.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW X1 with 2.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW X1 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 81 km, about 29 km more than the Peugeot 508 SW.

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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 Peugeot 508 SW offers marginally more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 SW is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the BMW X1 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 SW delivers barely more torque with 520 Nm compared to 477 Nm. That’s about 43 Nm more.

508 SW

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, BMW X1 is a bit lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,846 kg. The difference is around 271 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X1 offers only slightly more boot space – 540 L compared to 530 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X1 carries only slightly more – 500 kg compared to 454 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 508 SW comes out modestly 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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The car has beautiful lines, superb grip, sheer driving pleasure, excellent interior trim, a large boot — pure classic.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
Price
38,700 - 56,200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
46 - 52 km
Electric Range
81 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
38 - 45 g/km
co2
57 - 175 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,846 - 1,967 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
530 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 540 L
Length
4,778 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
1,420 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
373 - 454 kg
Payload
490 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Power HP
136 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Torque
230 - 477 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Power kW
100 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
BMW
Is the Peugeot 508 SW offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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