Compare performance (360 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (45,600 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 SW or Lotus Emeya?
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.
Peugeot 508 SW is substantially cheaper – starting at 45,600 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46,962 £.
As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers considerably more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 528 km more than the Peugeot 508 SW.
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 Lotus Emeya offers substantially more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 558 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Peugeot 508 SW takes 5.2 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lotus Emeya is marginally faster – reaching 256 km/h, while the Peugeot 508 SW tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers substantially more torque with 985 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 465 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 508 SW is markedly lighter – 1,846 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 709 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 508 SW offers very slightly more boot space – 530 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 21 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 508 SW offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,780 L, about 392 L more than the Lotus Emeya.
When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries somewhat more – 545 kg compared to 454 kg. That’s a difference of about 91 kg.
The Lotus Emeya is decisively 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.
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.
detailsThe Lotus Emeya arrives as a sleek electric grand tourer that manages to marry Lotus' trademark razor-sharp handling with enough practicality for daily life, so you can enjoy a corner with a grin and still fit the shopping. Inside it feels surprisingly grown-up — plush materials, smart tech and a driver-focused cockpit make it a tempting choice for buyers who want electric performance without losing the joy of driving.
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Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
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Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
46 - 52 km
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
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co2
38 - 45 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,846 - 1,967 kg
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Trunk capacity
530 L
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Length
4,778 mm
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Length
5,139 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Height
1,420 mm
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Height
1,459 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
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Payload
373 - 454 kg
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Payload
450 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
180 - 360 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
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Torque
360 - 520 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
133 - 265 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
Lotus
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