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Peugeot 508 vs Land Rover Discovery Sport - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (360 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (44600 £ vs 46500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 or Land Rover Discovery Sport?

Peugeot 508

Land Rover Discovery Sport

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Peugeot 508 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 44600 £, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46500 £. That’s a price difference of around 1886 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 508 manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery Sport with 4.20 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 58 km, about 3 km more than the Peugeot 508.

Discovery Sport

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 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 360 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 91 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.20 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.40 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 508 performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport tops out at 209 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Discovery Sport pulls barely noticeable stronger with 540 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Peugeot 508 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1811 kg compared to 1949 kg. The difference is around 138 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers clearly perceptible more room – 780 L compared to 487 L. That’s a difference of about 293 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs slight better – up to 1574 L, which is about 37 L more than the Peugeot 508.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Discovery Sport distinct takes the win – 641 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 172 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot 508 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 508 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £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
  • Electric Range : 46 - 55 km
Peugeot 508
Land Rover Discovery Sport

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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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Land Rover Discovery Sport

Discovery Sport wears Land Rover’s rugged badge with compact poise, blending a comfortable, well-crafted cabin and genuine off-road confidence for buyers who want versatility without showroom bluster. It settles smoothly on the road with composed manners and a cheeky British charm, making it an appealing pick for families who crave practicality with a hint of adventure.

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Peugeot 508
Land Rover Discovery Sport
508
Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
44600 - 60800 £
Price
46500 - 65700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
46 - 55 km
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12 kWh
co2
36 - 45 g/km
co2
95 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1811 - 1941 kg
Curb weight
1949 - 2168 kg
Trunk capacity
487 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
4750 mm
Length
4597 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1894 mm
Height
1403 mm
Height
1727 mm
Max trunk capacity
1537 L
Max trunk capacity
1574 L
Payload
379 - 469 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 209 km/h
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1998 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Land Rover
Is the Peugeot 508 offered with different drivetrains?

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.