Peugeot 508 R8
A sharp-suited French fastback challenging the premium German establishment.
- Power
- 225 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 7.1 s
- Top speed
- 155 mph
About the Peugeot 508 R8
The second-generation Peugeot 508, codenamed R8, marked a radical departure from its predecessor by adopting a sleek five-door fastback silhouette with frameless doors. Built on the EMP2 platform, the GT trim with the 225 PS PureTech engine served as the range-topping petrol variant before the arrival of the PSE hybrid. It features Peugeot's distinctive i-Cockpit interior with a small-diameter steering wheel and high-mounted digital instruments. While it prioritises style and refinement over outright sporting aggression, the standard adaptive suspension provides a sophisticated balance of ride comfort and handling agility.
Peugeot 508 R8 specs
The Peugeot 508 R8 produces 225 bhp (168 kW) and 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 7.1 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | Peugeot |
|---|---|
| Model | 508 |
| Generation | R8 |
| Trim | 508 GT 1.6 PureTech 225 |
| Years | 2018–2025 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | France |
| Engine | 1.6-litre turbocharged inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,598 cc (1.6 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 225 bhp (168 kW) at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 7.1 s |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,420 kg (3,131 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 158 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Peugeot 508 R8 rarity in CarSpot
The Peugeot 508 R8 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 16 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 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 R8 fun facts
- Despite its saloon-like appearance, the R8 generation 508 is actually a five-door hatchback with a practical liftback tailgate.
- The 508 was the first Peugeot to feature the 'sabre-tooth' vertical LED daytime running lights that became a brand signature.
- The GT 225 model comes standard with active suspension that adjusts damping in real-time based on the selected driving mode.