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Peugeot 508 vs BYD Han DM-i — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the Peugeot 508 and the BYD Han DM-i: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
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The Peugeot 508 is 8% more expensive than the BYD Han DM-i (MAD 494,400 vs MAD 459,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | Peugeot 508 | BYD Han DM-i |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Peugeot | BYD |
| Body | Sedan | Sedan |
| Fuel | Plug-in hybrid | Plug-in hybrid |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic |
| Power | 225 ch | 242 ch |
| Battery | 12.4 kWh | 18.3 kWh |
| Range | 64 km | 100 km |
| Consumption | 1.5 L/100 km | 4.3 L/100 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 494,400 | MAD 459,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 494,400 | MAD 559,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
Peugeot508
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)
BYDHan 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)
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Frequently asked — Peugeot 508 vs BYD Han DM-i
Peugeot 508 or BYD Han DM-i: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is overall budget, 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 Peugeot 508 and the BYD Han DM-i?
The Peugeot 508 starts at MAD 494,400 versus MAD 459,000 for the BYD Han DM-i, a 8% 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 Peugeot 508 and BYD Han DM-i 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.