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Peugeot 508 vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (44,600 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 or Subaru BRZ?

Peugeot 508 vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Peugeot 508

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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Subaru BRZ

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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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:

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.

Subaru BRZ is clearly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Peugeot 508 costs 44,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,580 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 uses 1.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 7.2 L/100km.

BRZ

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 noticeably more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 125 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 508 is barely faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Subaru BRZ tops out at 226 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 delivers substantially more torque with 520 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.

508

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Peugeot 508 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is significantly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,811 kg. The difference is around 536 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 508 offers substantially more boot space – 487 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 250 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 508 carries moderately more – 469 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 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
508

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
Subaru BRZ

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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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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Peugeot 508
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption

Price
44,600 - 60,800 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 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
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,811 - 1,941 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
487 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
4,750 mm
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
1,403 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,537 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
379 - 469 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Subaru
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