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BYD Han DM-i vs Peugeot 508 — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the BYD Han DM-i and the Peugeot 508: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
At a glance
The BYD Han DM-i is 7% cheaper than the Peugeot 508 (MAD 459,000 vs MAD 494,400).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | BYD Han DM-i | Peugeot 508 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BYD | Peugeot |
| Body | Sedan | Sedan |
| Fuel | Plug-in hybrid | Plug-in hybrid |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic |
| Power | 242 ch | 225 ch |
| Battery | 18.3 kWh | 12.4 kWh |
| Range | 100 km | 64 km |
| Consumption | 4.3 L/100 km | 1.5 L/100 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 459,000 | MAD 494,400 |
| Top trim price | MAD 559,000 | MAD 494,400 |
Pros and watch-outs
BYD Han DM-i
Pros
- PHEV combined consumption < 1 L/100 — BYD's DM-i 5.0 recognised world's most efficient
- 100 km EV WLTP + 1,200 km combined range — absolute record MA D-segment
- 0 MAD TVM (PHEV exempt) + overnight home outlet charge 8h to 100%
- Premium Han equipment — 15.6'' rotating Dilink + massaging Nappa seats + Dynaudio
- 18.3 kWh LFP Blade battery warranted 8 years / 160,000 km BYD
Watch-outs
- Auto Hall BYD network 6-7 dealerships (vs Camry Toyota du Maroc 30+, Sonata Hyundai Maroc 35+)
- "Chinese sedan" image being built in MA (Han 2023 vs Camry/Sonata 20+ years MA)
- 4.98 m long format — +90 mm vs Camry/Sonata (difficult tight urban parking)
Peugeot 508
Pros
- Unique fastback design — most striking D-sedan in the MA market
- 225 hp combined — 0-100 km/h in 7.8s (vs 7.2s BMW 320e, 7.3s C 300e)
- 64 km full-electric range — covers Casa-Rabat one-way
- Positioned 80-150k MAD below equivalent German premiums
- Optional adaptive air suspension on GT Pack
Watch-outs
- Limited rear space — fastback line reduces headroom
- FWD only (no Hybrid 4×4 PSE version in Morocco)
- Weaker resale than BMW 3-Series (~50% vs ~60% at 3 years)
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Frequently asked — BYD Han DM-i vs Peugeot 508
BYD Han DM-i or Peugeot 508: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is entry price, look at the BYD Han DM-i (entry MAD 459,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the BYD Han DM-i and the Peugeot 508?
The BYD Han DM-i starts at MAD 459,000 versus MAD 494,400 for the Peugeot 508, a 7% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the BYD Han DM-i and Peugeot 508 be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.