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Peugeot 508 vs VW Passat - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (360 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (44600 £ vs 35700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 or VW Passat?

Peugeot 508

VW Passat

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Passat has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35700 £, while the Peugeot 508 costs 44600 £. That’s a price difference of around 8837 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Peugeot 508 with 1.60 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Passat performs convincingly better – achieving up to 135 km, about 80 km more than the Peugeot 508.

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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 distinct edge – offering 360 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.20 s, while the VW Passat takes 5.80 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 508 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 520 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, VW Passat is slightly lighter – 1573 kg compared to 1811 kg. The difference is around 238 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers evident more room – 690 L compared to 487 L. That’s a difference of about 203 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs somewhat better – up to 1920 L, which is about 383 L more than the Peugeot 508.

When it comes to payload, VW Passat a bit takes the win – 577 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £35,700
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VW Passat

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 135 km
Peugeot 508
VW Passat

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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 Passat

5 (2 Reviews)
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The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Peugeot 508
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Costs and Consumption

Price
44600 - 60800 £
Price
35700 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
46 - 55 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
36 - 45 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1811 - 1941 kg
Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
487 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4750 mm
Length
4917 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1403 mm
Height
1521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1537 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
379 - 469 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
VW
Is the Peugeot 508 offered with different drivetrains?

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.