Peugeot 508 vs Skoda Superb
Peugeot 508
Peugeot’s executive fastback saloon.
VS
Skoda Superb
Skoda’s large, comfortable family car.
First car
Second car
Pick this one if…
Peugeot 508
Pick the 508 for a stylish, comfortable executive fastback with strong diesels and PHEV options.
Best engine: The 1.6 PureTech (petrol) or 2.0 BlueHDi (diesel) — post-2023.
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Pick this one if…
Skoda Superb
Pick the Superb for an exceptionally roomy family car with limousine-like comfort and a broad range from diesel to plug-in hybrid.
Best engine: The 2.0 TDI 150 — or the 1.5 TSI 150.
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Performance
1.6 PureTech 225 · Petrol vs 1.5 TSI 150 · Petrol
| Peugeot 508 | Skoda Superb | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
225 hp
Winner
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150 hp
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| Torque |
300 Nm
Winner
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250 Nm
|
| 0–100 km/h |
7,3 s
Winner
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9,2 s
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| Top speed |
250 km/h
Winner
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220 km/h
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| Power-to-weight |
158,5 hp/t
Winner
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104,9 hp/t
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| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
140 g/km
|
133 g/km
Winner
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| Consumption (WLTP) |
6,0 L/100km
|
5,8 L/100km
Winner
|
Dimensions & space
| Peugeot 508 | Skoda Superb | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
487 L
|
625 L
Winner
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| Boot (seats folded) |
1.537 L
|
1.760 L
Winner
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| Wheelbase |
2,79 m
|
2,84 m
Winner
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| Length |
4,75 m
|
4,86 m
|
| Width |
1,86 m
|
1,86 m
|
| Height |
1,40 m
|
1,47 m
|
| Seats |
5
|
5
|
Powertrain & tech
| Peugeot 508 | Skoda Superb | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | PF3 (W23) · EMP2 (R83) | MQB (shared with the VW Passat) |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive |
| Engine family | 1.2 PureTech · 1.6 THP/PureTech · 1.5/2.0 BlueHDi · Hybrid/PSE | 1.4/1.5 TSI · 2.0 TSI petrol · 1.6/2.0 TDI diesel · 1.4 TSI iV PHEV |
| Fuel | Petrol · Diesel · Plug-in hybrid | Petrol · Diesel · Plug-in hybrid |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual · EAT6/EAT8 automatic | 6-speed manual · 6/7-speed DSG automatic |
| Euro standard | Euro 5/6 (W23) · Euro 6/6d (R83) | Euro 6/6d |
| LEZ access | Euro 6/6d petrol/diesel and PHEV allowed in the LEZ | Euro 6 petrol/diesel and the iV plug-in hybrid allowed in the LEZ |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
Peugeot 508
- 1.6 THP/PureTech (early): timing chain
- 1.5 BlueHDi: AdBlue and chain on early units
- 2.2 HDi (W23): bi-turbo needs checking
Skoda Superb
- 1.5 TSI can feel jerky when cold
- DSG takes getting used to at low speed
- 2.0 TDI: interval servicing (DPF/AdBlue)
Pros
Peugeot 508
- Stylish fastback design
- Comfortable and quiet
- Strong diesels and PHEV options
Skoda Superb
- Limousine-like rear legroom
- Roomy boot and high comfort
- Broad range from diesel to PHEV
Cons
Peugeot 508
- Boot smaller than classic saloons
- Low driving position
Skoda Superb
- Not a sporty driver’s car
- Sparse base equipment
- Interior with hard plastics
Driving experience
Peugeot 508
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Skoda Superb
As a model line, the Superb is a large, comfortable family car. The steering is light and the chassis filters out bumps calmly, making long trips relaxed and quiet. It feels stable and mature, with a composed road manner. The diesels deliver smooth pull and the plug-in hybrid glides silently around town. Expect no sporty edge, but safe, comfortable and relaxed touring.
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