Subaru WRX Base vs Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT

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WRX Base

2025 · Petrol Sedan

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Subaru WRX Base 5.5 s Runner-up: 7.3 s
Power winner Subaru WRX Base 271 hp Runner-up: 225 hp
Cargo winner Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT 487 L Runner-up: 345 L
Price winner Subaru WRX Base $31,105 Runner-up: $38,500

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Subaru WRX Base against the 2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT. Both belong to the sedan class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Subaru WRX Base has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.5 seconds, compared with 7.3 seconds for 2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT. 2025 Subaru WRX Base has the higher listed output at 271 hp; 2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT is rated at 225 hp, a difference of 46 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Subaru WRX Base at 350 Nm and 2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT at 300 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT has the lower recorded consumption at 6.8 L/100km; 2025 Subaru WRX Base is listed at 9.6 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 487 litres versus 345 litres, a difference of 142 litres. 2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT is 80 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Subaru WRX Base has the lower listed starting price at $31,105, compared with $38,500 for 2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT. 2025 Subaru WRX Base leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Subaru WRX Base2025 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT2024
Performance
0-100 km/h5.5 s7.3 s
Top Speed240 km/h250 km/h
Power271 hp225 hp
Torque350 Nm300 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank63 L52 L
Efficiency9.6 L/100km6.8 L/100km
CO2 Emissions220 g/km155 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,670 mm4,750 mm
Ground Clearance135 mm138 mm
Cargo345 L487 L
Curb Weight1,545 kg1,540 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.4 m10.8 m
Starting MSRP$31,105$38,500

Subaru WRX Base vs Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Subaru WRX Base or the 2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT?

2025 Subaru WRX Base is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.5 seconds, versus 7.3 seconds for 2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Subaru WRX Base or the 2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT?

2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT has the higher listed top speed at 250 km/h (155 mph), compared with 240 km/h (149 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Subaru WRX Base or the 2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT?

2025 Subaru WRX Base has more power at 271 hp, a 46 hp advantage over 2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Subaru WRX Base or the 2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT?

2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT has more listed cargo space at 487 litres (17.2 cu ft), versus 345 litres (12.2 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Subaru WRX Base or the 2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT?

2025 Subaru WRX Base is heavier at 1,545 kg (3,406 lb), while 2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT is listed at 1,540 kg (3,395 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Subaru WRX Base or the 2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT?

2025 Subaru WRX Base has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $31,105 USD, compared with $38,500 USD for 2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Subaru WRX Base or the 2024 Peugeot 508 1.6 PureTech 225 GT?

2025 Subaru WRX Base leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.