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Mercedes-Benz E 220d
Sedan · Diesel · FWD
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Peugeot 508 PSE
Sedan · Phev · FWD
Mercedes-Benz E 220d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz E 220d
The Mercedes-Benz E 220d blends efficient diesel running (4.6 l/100 km) with five-seat practicality and a 540-liter trunk, suiting growing families and road trips. Performance is balanced rather than flashy, and front-wheel drive prioritizes everyday ease over winter prowess.
5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety
Peugeot 508 PSE
Car B
Peugeot 508 PSE
The Peugeot 508 PSE combines efficient-for-its-class plug-in hybrid running with rapid acceleration and a 5-star safety rating, making it a capable road-trip and family sedan. Front-wheel drive and average cargo flexibility may limit appeal for winter and cargo-heavy use.
5 seatsSedanPhev5-star safety1.4 L/100km360 hpPlug-in hybrid
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Usage fit

Family 65 / 53
City 39 / 40
Budget / value 58 / 40
Road trip 63 / 61
Performance 34 / 34
Cargo 30 / 27
Practical 50 / 37
Premium 57 / 43
Winter 30 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz E 220d · Orange = Peugeot 508 PSE

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz E 220d Peugeot 508 PSE
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz E 220d

  • Efficient for its class at 4.6 l/100 km, ideal for long commutes and trips
  • Roomy 540 L trunk and five seats suit growing families
  • Balanced performance: 194 hp, 400 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 7.5 s
  • Strong safety and reliability signals for peace of mind

Peugeot 508 PSE

  • Efficient for its class with 1.4 combined consumption
  • 0–100 km/h in 4.3 s and 360 hp for strong passing power
  • 5-star safety rating supports family and highway confidence
  • 487 L trunk and 5 seats suit road trips and growing families

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz E 220d if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz E 220d starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Peugeot 508 PSE if…
More power
Peugeot 508 PSE puts out 360 hp vs 194 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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