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Peugeot 508 SW vs Kia Picanto comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 68 HP), boot space and price (45,600 £ vs 15,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 SW or Kia Picanto?

Peugeot 508 SW vs Kia Picanto: Key differences

Peugeot 508 SW

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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Kia Picanto

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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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.

Kia Picanto is considerably cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,523 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 SW uses 1.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.

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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 substantially more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 292 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 Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 9.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 SW delivers substantially more torque with 520 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 424 Nm more.

508 SW

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Picanto is clearly lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,846 kg. The difference is around 722 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 508 SW offers substantially more boot space – 530 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 275 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 508 SW carries visibly more – 454 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 122 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
Peugeot 508 SW
Kia Picanto

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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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Kia Picanto

Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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Peugeot 508 SW
Kia Picanto

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
46 - 52 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
38 - 45 g/km
co2
126 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,846 - 1,967 kg
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Trunk capacity
530 L
Trunk capacity
255 L
Length
4,778 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,595 mm
Height
1,420 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
373 - 454 kg
Payload
253 - 332 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Power HP
68 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Torque
96 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Power kW
50 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Kia
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