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Peugeot 508 vs Mercedes E-Class Estate comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (44,600 £ vs 52,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 or Mercedes E-Class Estate?

Peugeot 508 vs Mercedes E-Class Estate: Key differences

Peugeot 508

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • marginally lighter
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Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • clearly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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:

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 moderately cheaper – starting at 44,600 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class Estate costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,061 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 uses 1.6 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Mercedes E-Class Estate with 1.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers substantially more range – reaching up to 109 km, about 54 km more than the Peugeot 508.

E-Class Estate

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 Mercedes E-Class Estate offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 225 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class Estate is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Peugeot 508 takes 5.2 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class Estate delivers noticeably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.

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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 marginally lighter – 1,811 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 89 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers clearly more boot space – 615 L compared to 487 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class Estate carries markedly more – 645 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 176 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class Estate 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.

from £52,600
E-Class Estate

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 97 - 109 km
Peugeot 508
Mercedes E-Class Estate

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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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Mercedes E-Class Estate

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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Peugeot 508
Mercedes E-Class Estate

Costs and Consumption

Price
44,600 - 60,800 £
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
46 - 55 km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
36 - 45 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,811 - 1,941 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
487 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
4,750 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,403 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,537 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
379 - 469 kg
Payload
540 - 645 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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