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Peugeot 508 SW vs Toyota Proace Bus comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (45,600 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 SW or Toyota Proace Bus?

Peugeot 508 SW vs Toyota Proace Bus: Key differences

Peugeot 508 SW

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  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota Proace Bus

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • only slightly 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:

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.

Toyota Proace Bus is considerably cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,036 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 SW uses 1.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Toyota Proace Bus with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota Proace Bus offers substantially more range – reaching up to 343 km, about 291 km more than the Peugeot 508 SW.

Proace Bus

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 substantially 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 substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Toyota Proace Bus takes 13.3 s. That’s about 8.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 SW delivers noticeably more torque with 520 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 120 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.

Seats: Toyota Proace Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace Bus is only slightly lighter – 1,835 kg compared to 1,846 kg. The difference is around 11 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Bus carries considerably more – 1,265 kg compared to 454 kg. That’s a difference of about 811 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 508 SW stands well ahead of its rival 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 Proace Bus

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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 Proace Bus

The Toyota Proace Bus is a pragmatic people‑mover that swallows passengers and luggage with the kind of everyday practicality fleet managers and large families will appreciate. It may not thrill the enthusiast, but its sensible layout, sturdy build and Toyota badge make it a dependable, no-nonsense choice for anyone needing space and reliability rather than flash.

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Peugeot 508 SW
Toyota Proace Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
Price
31,600 - 57,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
46 - 52 km
Electric Range
218 - 343 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
38 - 45 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 9
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,846 - 1,967 kg
Curb weight
1,835 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
530 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,778 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,420 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
373 - 454 kg
Payload
825 - 1,265 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Power HP
136 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Power kW
100 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Toyota
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