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Peugeot 508 SW vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (45,600 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 SW or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Peugeot 508 SW vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

Peugeot 508 SW

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Octavia Combi

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • a bit 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Octavia Combi is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,023 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 SW uses 1.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Combi with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

Octavia Combi

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 considerably more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 SW is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Skoda Octavia Combi takes 6.7 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 SW delivers markedly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

508 SW

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Skoda Octavia Combi is visibly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,846 kg. The difference is around 480 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers a bit more boot space – 640 L compared to 530 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Combi carries moderately more – 534 kg compared to 454 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 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
Peugeot 508 SW
Skoda Octavia Combi

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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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Skoda Octavia Combi

The Skoda Octavia Combi is a practical, well‑packaged estate that delivers generous and flexible interior space ideal for families or active owners. Its sensible cabin layout, comfortable ride and solid reputation for reliability make it a pragmatic choice for buyers who value utility over flash.

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Peugeot 508 SW
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
Price
25,600 - 39,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
46 - 52 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
38 - 45 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,846 - 1,967 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
530 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
4,778 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
1,420 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
373 - 454 kg
Payload
502 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

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