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Peugeot 508 vs VW Golf comparison
Compare performance (360 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (44,600 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 or VW Golf?
Peugeot 508 vs VW Golf: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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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.
VW Golf is substantially cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Peugeot 508 costs 44,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,290 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Peugeot 508 with 1.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.
As for electric range, the VW Golf offers significantly more range – reaching up to 143 km, about 88 km more than the Peugeot 508.
Golf
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 Peugeot 508 offers barely more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the VW Golf takes 5.3 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW Golf is only slightly faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Peugeot 508 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 delivers moderately more torque with 520 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 100 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, VW Golf is visibly lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,811 kg. The difference is around 504 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 508 offers markedly more boot space – 487 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 106 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 508 offers somewhat more capacity – up to 1,537 L, about 307 L more than the VW Golf.
When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries only slightly more – 508 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Golf 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.
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VW Golf
Peugeot 508
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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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VW Golf
The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.
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Peugeot 508
VW Golf
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
44,600 - 60,800 £
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Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
46 - 55 km
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
36 - 45 g/km
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co2
25 - 173 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,811 - 1,941 kg
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Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
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Trunk capacity
487 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
4,750 mm
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Length
4,282 - 4,292 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,789 mm
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Height
1,403 mm
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Height
1,463 - 1,483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,537 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,129 - 1,230 L
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Payload
379 - 469 kg
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
180 - 360 HP
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Power HP
116 - 325 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
220 - 270 km/h
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Torque
360 - 520 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
133 - 265 kW
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Power kW
85 - 239 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
VW
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