Peugeot 508
The Peugeot 508 is a five-seat diesel estate with a 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine producing 108 kW and achieving a top speed of 228 km/h. The vehicle measures 4,804 mm in length, weighs 1,569 kg, and emits 143 g/km of CO₂. Norwegian registrations peaked significantly in 2019 with 333 units but declined sharply to just 12 by 2022, totalling 730 vehicles over the 2019–2022 period. Four recalls were issued for this model in the EU Safety Gate database.
| Manufacturer | Peugeot |
|---|---|
| Body type | Estate |
| Fuel | Plug-in hybrid (petrol) |
| Engine power | 121 kW (162 hp) |
| CO₂ (WLTP) | 51 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 1,809 kg |
| Displacement | 1,604 cc |
| Top speed | 229 km/h |
| Length | 4,794 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,858 mm |
| Height | 1,427 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 20 European countries that registered the Peugeot 508 in 2025 (1,761 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations in Norway
Number of Peugeot 508 registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Peugeot 508 cars registered for the first time across 20 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| France | 940 |
| Italy | 168 |
| Germany | 150 |
| Portugal | 87 |
| Belgium | 74 |
| United Kingdom | 69 |
| Austria | 69 |
| Spain | 53 |
| Netherlands | 52 |
| Poland | 31 |
| Ireland | 21 |
| Luxembourg | 11 |
| Romania | 10 |
| Slovakia | 8 |
| Croatia | 7 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Peugeot 508 (from registration data). 7 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 l · 3-cyl | – | – | 210 km/h | – | – |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 208 km/h | – | – |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | – | – | – |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 232 km/h | – | – |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | – | – | – | – | – |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 225 km/h | – | – |
| 2.2 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 233 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Generations
Other Peugeot models
Similar Estate models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 75% of Peugeot 508s pass their MOT test first time, based on 18,104 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
6 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Peugeot 508. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2022-06-17
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2025-11-07
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The dosage of the chemical components in the inflator of the front left or right seat airbag could be incorrect. In the event of a lateral impact, the airbag would not be triggered as a consequence.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2017-03-03
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2025-01-31
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2020-10-09
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2024-07-05
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Peugeot recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Peugeot 508?
- The Peugeot 508 has a rated top speed of 229 km/h.
- How much power does the Peugeot 508 have?
- The Peugeot 508 produces 121 kW (162 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Peugeot 508?
- The Peugeot 508 is 4,794 mm long, 1,858 mm wide and 1,427 mm tall.
- How much does the Peugeot 508 weigh?
- The Peugeot 508 has a kerb weight of about 1,809 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Peugeot 508?
- The Peugeot 508 emits 51 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the Peugeot 508 have?
- The Peugeot 508 has 5 seats.