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Peugeot 508 SW vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (45,600 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 SW or Toyota Corolla?

Peugeot 508 SW vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Peugeot 508 SW

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Toyota Corolla

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  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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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.

Toyota Corolla is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,023 £.

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

Corolla

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 clearly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 182 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 SW is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 508 SW is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

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, Toyota Corolla is visibly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,846 kg. The difference is around 426 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 508 SW offers visibly more boot space – 530 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 169 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 508 SW offers significantly more capacity – up to 1,780 L, about 728 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 508 SW carries marginally more – 454 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 508 SW holds a decisive overall lead 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
Toyota Corolla

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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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Toyota Corolla

The Corolla is a reliable, no-nonsense compact car known for its practicality and composed ride. It’s economical to run, easy to maintain, and suits daily commuting while holding its value well.

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Peugeot 508 SW
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 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
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,846 - 1,967 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
530 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4,778 mm
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
1,420 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
373 - 454 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Toyota
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