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Peugeot 508 vs VW Golf - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (360 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (44600 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 or VW Golf?
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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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Peugeot 508 costs 44600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19376 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Peugeot 508 with 1.60 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the VW Golf performs clearly better – achieving up to 143 km, about 88 km more than the Peugeot 508.
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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 has a slight edge – offering 360 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Peugeot 508 takes 5.20 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs barely noticeable better – 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: Peugeot 508 pulls a bit stronger with 520 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.
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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 curb weight, VW Golf is noticeable lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1811 kg. The difference is around 504 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 508 offers noticeable more room – 487 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 106 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 508 performs slightly better – up to 1537 L, which is about 300 L more than the VW Golf.
When it comes to payload, VW Golf hardly perceptible takes the win – 508 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the VW Golf shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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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
44600 - 60800 £
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Price
25200 - 47600 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
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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
19.70 kWh
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co2
36 - 45 g/km
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 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
1811 - 1941 kg
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Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
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Trunk capacity
487 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
4750 mm
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Length
4282 - 4296 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Width
1789 mm
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Height
1403 mm
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Height
1454 - 1483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1537 L
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Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 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 MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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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 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 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 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
VW
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Is the Peugeot 508 offered with different drivetrains?
Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.