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Peugeot 508 vs DS Automobiles DS 7 comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (44,600 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 or DS Automobiles DS 7?

Peugeot 508 vs DS Automobiles DS 7: Key differences

Peugeot 508

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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DS Automobiles DS 7

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
  • slightly 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

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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.

DS Automobiles DS 7 is marginally cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the Peugeot 508 costs 44,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,649 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 uses 1.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

DS 7

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 offers substantially more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 230 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 6.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 delivers significantly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

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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, DS Automobiles DS 7 is very slightly lighter – 1,651 kg compared to 1,811 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers slightly more boot space – 555 L compared to 487 L. That’s a difference of about 68 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 508 carries slightly more – 469 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 508 is far ahead 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 £44,600
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Peugeot 508

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 180 - 360 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.6 - 2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 46 - 55 km
Peugeot 508
DS Automobiles DS 7

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Peugeot 508

The Peugeot 508 turns heads with a low-slung, almost coupe-like silhouette and a cabin that feels grown-up and surprisingly premium for the money. On the road it balances comfort and poise with a playful edge, making it a convincing choice for buyers who want something stylish and sensible without shouting for attention.

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DS Automobiles DS 7

The DS 7 wraps Parisian elegance into SUV practicality, with sculpted surfaces, a jewel-like grille and an interior that feels more boutique lounge than family transporter. It appeals to buyers who want style and comfort without shouting, delivering a refined ride and clever tech that make daily driving feel a little more special — and yes, it’ll turn heads in the school run.

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Peugeot 508
DS Automobiles DS 7

Costs and Consumption

Price
44,600 - 60,800 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
46 - 55 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
36 - 45 g/km
co2
145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,811 - 1,941 kg
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Trunk capacity
487 L
Trunk capacity
555 L
Length
4,750 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,891 mm
Height
1,403 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,537 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
379 - 469 kg
Payload
399 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
DS Automobiles
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