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Peugeot 508 vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (44,600 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 or Lotus Emeya?

Peugeot 508 vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

Peugeot 508

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Lotus Emeya

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only 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

508

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.

Peugeot 508 is clearly cheaper – starting at 44,600 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,991 £.

As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers significantly more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 525 km more than the Peugeot 508.

Emeya

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Emeya offers clearly 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 Emeya is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Peugeot 508 takes 5.2 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Emeya is barely faster – reaching 256 km/h, while the Peugeot 508 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers clearly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 465 Nm more.

508

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 508 is clearly lighter – 1,811 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 744 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers only slightly more boot space – 509 L compared to 487 L. That’s a difference of about 22 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 508 offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,537 L, about 149 L more than the Lotus Emeya.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries moderately more – 545 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 76 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Emeya holds a decisive overall lead 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 £92,600
Emeya

Lotus Emeya

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 485 - 580 km
Peugeot 508
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Lotus Emeya

The Lotus Emeya arrives as a sleek electric grand tourer that manages to marry Lotus' trademark razor-sharp handling with enough practicality for daily life, so you can enjoy a corner with a grin and still fit the shopping. Inside it feels surprisingly grown-up — plush materials, smart tech and a driver-focused cockpit make it a tempting choice for buyers who want electric performance without losing the joy of driving.

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Peugeot 508
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

Price
44,600 - 60,800 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
46 - 55 km
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
co2
36 - 45 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,811 - 1,941 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
487 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
4,750 mm
Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
1,403 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,537 L
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
379 - 469 kg
Payload
450 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Lotus
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