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Peugeot 508 vs Toyota Corolla - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (360 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (44600 £ vs 28600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 or Toyota Corolla?

Peugeot 508

Toyota Corolla

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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.

Toyota Corolla has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £, while the Peugeot 508 costs 44600 £. That’s a price difference of around 15994 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 508 manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.40 L. The difference is about 2.80 L per 100 km.

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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 has a decisively edge – offering 360 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 182 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.20 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.50 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 508 performs distinct better – 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:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Toyota Corolla is evident lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1811 kg. The difference is around 391 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 508 offers noticeable more room – 487 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 126 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 508 performs distinct better – up to 1537 L, which is about 485 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 508 minimal takes the win – 469 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot 508 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 508 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £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
  • 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

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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
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Costs and Consumption

Price
44600 - 60800 £
Price
28600 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L
Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
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
1811 - 1941 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Trunk capacity
487 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4750 mm
Length
4370 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1403 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1537 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 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
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Toyota
Is the Peugeot 508 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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