Peugeot 508 PSE
The most powerful production Peugeot ever, blending hybrid efficiency with French flair.
- Power
- 360 bhp
- Top speed
- 155 mph
About the Peugeot 508 PSE
Launched as the flagship for Peugeot's new performance division, the 508 PSE (Peugeot Sport Engineered) is a sophisticated plug-in hybrid that pairs a 1.6-litre PureTech engine with two electric motors. It features a bespoke chassis setup with a widened track, 380mm front brakes, and 20-inch wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres. While heavy due to its 11.8kWh battery, the all-wheel-drive system provides immediate low-end torque and impressive mid-range punch. It serves as a spiritual successor to the 405 Mi16, though its high list price and niche appeal resulted in low production numbers before the 2023 facelift.
Peugeot 508 PSE specs
The Peugeot 508 PSE produces 360 bhp (268 kW) and 520 Nm (384 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | Peugeot |
|---|---|
| Model | 508 PSE |
| Trim | 508 Peugeot Sport Engineered |
| Years | 2021–2023 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | France |
| Production | About 2,000 built |
| Engine | 1.6-litre turbocharged I4 PHEV with two electric motors |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,598 cc (1.6 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 360 bhp (268 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 520 Nm (384 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,300 rpm |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,850 kg (4,079 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 195 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Peugeot 508 PSE rarity in CarSpot
The Peugeot 508 PSE is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 49 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Peugeot 508 PSE fun facts
- The 508 PSE was the first road car to wear the 'Kryptonite' green three-claw signature of the Peugeot Sport Engineered sub-brand.
- Despite its performance focus, it retains the same boot volume as the standard 508 because the batteries are cleverly packaged under the floor.
- It was the most powerful production car in Peugeot's history at the time of its launch, surpassing the RCZ R.