Compare performance (360 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (44,600 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 or Lotus Eletre?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Peugeot 508 is considerably cheaper – starting at 44,600 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,134 £.
As for electric range, the Lotus Eletre offers substantially more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 515 km more than the Peugeot 508.
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 Lotus Eletre offers considerably more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 558 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Peugeot 508 takes 5.2 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lotus Eletre is marginally faster – reaching 265 km/h, while the Peugeot 508 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers considerably more torque with 985 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 465 Nm more.
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, Peugeot 508 is considerably lighter – 1,811 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 754 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers clearly more boot space – 688 L compared to 487 L. That’s a difference of about 201 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 508 offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,537 L, about 5 L more than the Lotus Eletre.
When it comes to payload, the Lotus Eletre carries marginally more – 485 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.
The Lotus Eletre is decisively ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.
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Price
44,600 - 60,800 £
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Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
46 - 55 km
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
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co2
36 - 45 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,811 - 1,941 kg
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Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
487 L
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Trunk capacity
688 L
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Length
4,750 mm
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Length
5,103 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
2,060 mm
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Height
1,403 mm
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Height
1,630 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,537 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
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Payload
379 - 469 kg
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Payload
405 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
180 - 360 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
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Torque
360 - 520 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
133 - 265 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
Lotus
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