Peugeot 508 vs Lexus LS
What's the difference?

Peugeot 508

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2024 price

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Lexus LS

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2023 price

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Maserati Quattroporte

Mazda 6

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Mercedes-Benz C43

Mercedes-Benz C63

Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class

Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Mercedes-Benz EQS

Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Summary

2024 Peugeot 508

2023 Lexus LS

By Emily Agar

By Tom White

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo 4, 1.6L

Twin Turbo V6, 3.4L

Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded/Electric

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Fuel Efficiency

1.8L/100km (combined)

10.0L/100km (combined)

Energy consumption

21.1 kWh/100km

Electric range

55 km

Battery capacity

11.50 kWh

Seating

Likes

Can't fault its looks - it's sexy
Pleasant driving experience (once you get used to it)
Boot space is fab for families

Business class interior
Japanese feel and quality
Thumping turbo V6

Dislikes

Multimedia system leaves you wanting
180-degree view camera is poor quality
Must charge it every day to get good fuel economy

Feels a bit old-fashioned to drive
The hybrid would be nicer to be driven in
Dated multimedia software

2024 Peugeot 508 Summary

The humble station wagon has fallen by the wayside in favour of the ever-popular SUV, however, it was once more common for a very good reason.

It offers the space many families crave without having to upsize into a vehicle that can feel big and bulky.

A lot of drivers enjoy the sportier on-road feel and the good-looking styling that often accompanies a wagon. Enter the Peugeot 508 Sportswagon. A model that proves wagons can be hot.

I’m family-testing the top GT plug-in hybrid model this week but there’s not a lot to compare it to because of the interesting engine specs.

So, we’re being a bit cheeky and doing an ‘apples with oranges’ comparo instead.

Being on the premium end, the 508 Sportswagon faces competition from the Audi A4 Allroad 45 TFSI, Genesis G70 Shooting Brake and Volvo V60 Cross Country Ultimate.

It certainly has the looks to turn heads but we’re sussing out whether it’s a practical alternative for families, too.

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2023 Lexus LS Summary

Surprisingly, for people who would rather be driven than drive themselves, there are quite a few options available in the large luxury sedan market.

While on the whole sedans have fallen from favour, this niche corner of the market continues to let the three-box design thrive.

The options here have changed a bit in the last few years, though, so how does the Lexus flagship, the LS fit into the picture? I drove one around for a week to find out.

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Deep dive comparison

2024 Peugeot 508 2023 Lexus LS

Verdict

The Peugeot 508 Sportswagon GT PHEV proves wagons can be extremely stylish but looks aren’t everything and it is an expensive option compared to its luxury rivals. It earns its place with the premium interior but the safety could be improved on and the tech is more confusing than it needs to be. But this wagon offers an alternative for families who are sick of being in an SUV yet still need a little extra space.

My son didn’t go nuts over this and complained about his view.

Verdict

The LS500 is the least logical version of the most logical option in the ultimate luxury sedan segment in which logic doesn’t often apply at all.

Take from that what you will, but if it was me being driven around I would definitely be opting for the hybrid version of the LS instead for its smooth electrified driving characteristics and lower operating costs.

Peugeot 508 vs Lexus LS What's the difference?

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Verdict

Peugeot 508 vs Lexus LS
What's the difference?