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Peugeot 508 vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (44,600 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 or Suzuki Vitara?

Peugeot 508 vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

Peugeot 508

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (12 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • substantially 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.

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

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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.

Suzuki Vitara is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Peugeot 508 costs 44,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 uses 1.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Suzuki Vitara with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Suzuki Vitara offers considerably more range – reaching up to 426 km, about 371 km more than the Peugeot 508.

Vitara

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 offers considerably more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 delivers clearly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 307 Nm. That’s about 213 Nm more.

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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 terms of curb weight, Suzuki Vitara is substantially lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 1,811 kg. The difference is around 556 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 508 offers clearly more boot space – 487 L compared to 375 L. That’s a difference of about 112 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 508 carries very slightly more – 469 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 508 is clearly superior 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
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Peugeot 508

  • Engine Type Plug-in 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
Suzuki Vitara

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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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Suzuki Vitara

The Suzuki Vitara is a practical compact SUV that balances a comfortable, composed ride with easy-to-live-with interior space, making it well suited for daily driving and weekend getaways. It's widely praised for reliable engineering and sensible running costs, offering straightforward value to buyers who want a no-nonsense, economical crossover.

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Peugeot 508
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

Price
44,600 - 60,800 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
46 - 55 km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
36 - 45 g/km
co2
0 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,811 - 1,941 kg
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
487 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Length
4,750 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Height
1,403 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,537 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
379 - 469 kg
Payload
395 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Suzuki
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