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Peugeot 508 vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (44,600 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 or Toyota Corolla?

Peugeot 508 vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Peugeot 508

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

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly 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

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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.

Toyota Corolla is substantially cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Peugeot 508 costs 44,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,994 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 uses 1.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 182 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 Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 508 is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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, Toyota Corolla is clearly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,811 kg. The difference is around 391 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 508 offers markedly more boot space – 487 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 126 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 508 offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,537 L, about 485 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 508 carries marginally more – 469 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 508 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 £44,600
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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
Toyota Corolla

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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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Toyota Corolla

The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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Peugeot 508
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
44,600 - 60,800 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 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
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

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
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
487 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4,750 mm
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
1,403 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,537 L
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
379 - 469 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Toyota
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