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Peugeot 508 SW vs VW Golf Variant comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (45,600 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 SW or VW Golf Variant?

Peugeot 508 SW vs VW Golf Variant: Key differences

Peugeot 508 SW

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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Golf Variant

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • moderately 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.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Golf Variant is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,753 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 SW uses 1.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the VW Golf Variant with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

Golf Variant

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 clearly 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 markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the VW Golf Variant takes 6.5 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

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

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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, VW Golf Variant is clearly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,846 kg. The difference is around 480 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers moderately more boot space – 611 L compared to 530 L. That’s a difference of about 81 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf Variant carries a bit more – 547 kg compared to 454 kg. That’s a difference of about 93 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 Plug-in 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
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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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Reviews Peugeot 508 SW

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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Enrico
6 Jul 2026, 10:18:10

I've owned a 508 GT SW diesel since 2022. Its design is unbeatable for elegance and sporty style, very comfortable for travelling (I'm a sales rep) and has excellent cargo capacity. It's a shame PEUGEOT has discontinued production of this splendid car — it's given me nothing but satisfaction.

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VW Golf Variant

The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.

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Peugeot 508 SW
VW Golf Variant

Costs and Consumption
Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7 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
114 - 159 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 - 1,551 kg
Trunk capacity
530 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
4,778 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
1,420 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
373 - 454 kg
Payload
509 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-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
6.5 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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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
D, F, C
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
VW
Is the Peugeot 508 SW offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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