Peugeot 2008 A94 vs Renault Captur MK1

Peugeot 2008

A94 · 2013 – 2019

The first 2008 (A94), a subcompact crossover on PF1.

Renault Captur

MK1 · 2013 – 2019

The first Captur (MK1), on a modified B platform.

First car

Second car

Pick this one if…

Peugeot 2008

Pick the A94 for an affordable early 2008 with a roomy boot for its class.

Best engine: The 1.2 PureTech (petrol) or 1.6 BlueHDi (diesel) — post-2016 facelift.

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Pick this one if…

Renault Captur

Pick the MK1 for an affordable, flexible early Captur with a clever sliding rear bench.

Best engine: The 0.9 TCe (petrol) or 1.5 dCi (diesel).

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Performance

1.2 PureTech 110 · Petrol vs 0.9 TCe 90 · Petrol

	Peugeot 2008	Renault Captur
Power	110 hp Winner	90 hp
Torque	205 Nm Winner	135 Nm
0–100 km/h	10,9 s Winner	12,7 s
Top speed	186 km/h Winner	171 km/h
Power-to-weight	101,9 hp/t Winner	83,3 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	108 g/km	105 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	4,9 L/100km	4,7 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	Peugeot 2008	Renault Captur
Boot	410 L Winner	377 L
Boot (seats folded)	1.200 L	1.235 L Winner
Wheelbase	2,54 m	2,61 m Winner
Length	4,16 m	4,12 m
Ground clearance	—	—
Turning circle	10,4 m	10,4 m
Towing capacity (braked)	1.150 kg Winner	900 kg

Powertrain & tech

	Peugeot 2008	Renault Captur
Platform	PF1	B (modified)
Drive	Front-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	1.2 PureTech · 1.6 VTi petrol · 1.4/1.5/1.6 HDi/BlueHDi diesel	0.9 TCe · 1.2 TCe · 1.3 TCe · 1.5 dCi
Transmission	5-speed manual	5-speed manual
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Euro standard	Euro 6	Euro 6
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

Peugeot 2008

1.2 PureTech: wet timing belt
HDi: DPF/EGR and turbo at high mileage
Early electrical gremlins and suspension wear

Renault Captur

1.2 TCe: timing chain and oil consumption
EDC: jerky shifts at low speed
Electrical gremlins and R-Link freezes

Pros

Peugeot 2008

Raised driving position and good visibility
Affordable with a large used supply
Compact and agile

Renault Captur

Flexible sliding rear bench
Affordable and plentiful used
Efficient 1.5 dCi diesel

Cons

Peugeot 2008

1.2 PureTech carries the wet belt
Boot smaller than larger SUVs

Renault Captur

1.2 TCe carries chain risk
Boot and rear legroom smaller than MK2

Driving experience

Peugeot 2008

The A94 is a 208 on tiptoes, and it drives with the same light, easy manners. Built on the PF1 bones shared with the 208, it keeps mass down, so the front axle turns in keenly and the raised body adds visibility without making the ride busy. The high-set driving position makes it feel secure and easy to place in town, while most versions ride on a comfort-tuned rear that copes well with broken tarmac. The 1.2 PureTech is lively, the 1.6 BlueHDi is frugal and relaxed, and the EAT6 automatic shifts without fuss. It is a nimble, easy subcompact crossover, not a sporty one.

Renault Captur

Light and easy to place in town with a reasonably high driving position, helped by light steering that is not especially communicative. Body control is acceptable but the ride is firmer than a conventional supermini, especially on larger wheels. The 0.9 TCe and 1.2 TCe feel responsive for daily use when healthy, while the 1.5 dCi is stronger on the motorway. Manual gearboxes are straightforward; the EDC dual-clutch is smooth at speed but often shows low-speed hesitation or judder. Overall a competent compact crossover of its era rather than a driver's car.