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Peugeot 508 SW vs Kia K4 comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (45,600 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 SW or Kia K4?

Peugeot 508 SW vs Kia K4: Key differences

Peugeot 508 SW

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia K4

4.4 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly 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

508 SW

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.

Kia K4 is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,838 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 SW uses 1.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Kia K4 with 5.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 180 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 SW is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Kia K4 takes 8.4 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 SW delivers substantially more torque with 520 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 255 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, Kia K4 is visibly lighter – 1,415 kg compared to 1,846 kg. The difference is around 431 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia K4 offers slightly more boot space – 604 L compared to 530 L. That’s a difference of about 74 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia K4 carries very slightly more – 455 kg compared to 454 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 508 SW is clearly superior 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
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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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Reviews Peugeot 508 SW

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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Kia K4

Kia K4 shakes up the compact-sedan crowd with concept-car looks, a smartly packaged cabin, and the kind of easygoing refinement that makes rush hour feel less like a chore. It blends value, tech, and a dash of attitude, serving up a smooth, confident drive that might have you taking the long way home just to show off those angles.

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Reviews Kia K4

4.4 (6 Reviews)
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Joz
20 May 2026, 08:04:45

A modern, ultra-easy-to-use car with a full set of systems and assistants that work as they should, but with a sluggish gearbox and poor noise insulation.

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Joz
20 May 2026, 08:04:45

A modern, ultra-easy-to-use car with a full set of systems and assistants that work as they should, but with a sluggish gearbox and poor soundproofing.

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20 May 2026, 08:04:44

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20 May 2026, 08:04:44

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20 May 2026, 08:04:44

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Costs and Consumption
Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
Price
24,800 - 34,200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
46 - 52 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
38 - 45 g/km
co2
132 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback, Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,846 - 1,967 kg
Curb weight
1,415 - 1,540 kg
Trunk capacity
530 L
Trunk capacity
328 - 604 L
Length
4,778 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,420 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
373 - 454 kg
Payload
435 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Kia
Is the Peugeot 508 SW offered with different drivetrains?

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

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