Peugeot 3008 T84 vs Renault Captur MK1
Peugeot 3008
T84 · 2009 – 2016
The first 3008 (T84), a crossover on PF2 underpinnings.
Renault Captur
MK1 · 2013 – 2019
The first Captur (MK1), on a modified B platform.
Peugeot 3008
Pick the T84 for an affordable, comfortable early 3008 with a roomy boot — ideally a 2.0 HDi.
Renault Captur
Pick the MK1 for an affordable, flexible early Captur with a clever sliding rear bench.
Performance
1.6 THP 155 · Petrol vs 0.9 TCe 90 · Petrol
| Peugeot 3008 | Renault Captur | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
155 hp
Winner
|
90 hp
|
| Torque |
240 Nm
Winner
|
135 Nm
|
| 0–100 km/h |
8,9 s
Winner
|
12,7 s
|
| Top speed |
200 km/h
Winner
|
171 km/h
|
| Power-to-weight |
106,9 hp/t
Winner
|
83,3 hp/t
|
| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
155 g/km
|
105 g/km
Winner
|
| Consumption (WLTP) |
6,8 L/100km
|
4,7 L/100km
Winner
|
Dimensions & space
| Peugeot 3008 | Renault Captur | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
512 L
Winner
|
377 L
|
| Boot (seats folded) |
1.604 L
Winner
|
1.235 L
|
| Wheelbase |
2,61 m
Winner
|
2,61 m
|
| Length |
4,37 m
|
4,12 m
|
| Ground clearance |
—
|
—
|
| Turning circle |
11,1 m
|
10,4 m
Winner
|
| Towing capacity (braked) |
1.300 kg
Winner
|
900 kg
|
Powertrain & tech
| Peugeot 3008 | Renault Captur | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | PF2 | B (modified) |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine family | 1.6 VTi/THP · 1.2 PureTech petrol · 1.6/2.0 HDi diesel · HYbrid4 | 0.9 TCe · 1.2 TCe · 1.3 TCe · 1.5 dCi |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Euro standard | Euro 5 | Euro 6 |
| LEZ access | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
- 1.6 THP: timing chain and tensioner
- HDi: DPF/EGR and turbo at high mileage
- HYbrid4: more complex and costly to maintain
- 1.2 TCe: timing chain and oil consumption
- EDC: jerky shifts at low speed
- Electrical gremlins and R-Link freezes
Pros
- Raised driving position and good visibility
- Roomy, flexible boot
- HYbrid4 as an early AWD option
- Flexible sliding rear bench
- Affordable and plentiful used
- Efficient 1.5 dCi diesel
Cons
- Less SUV, more raised hatchback
- Early 1.6 THP carries timing-chain risk
- 1.2 TCe carries chain risk
- Boot and rear legroom smaller than MK2
Driving experience
Peugeot 3008
The T84 is the 3008 that put Peugeot into the crossover game, and it drives more like a tall hatch than an SUV. Built on the PF2 bones shared with the 308, it stays reasonably light, so the front axle turns in cleanly and the raised body adds visibility without making the ride busy. The high-set driving position and big glass make it feel solid and easy to place, while most versions ride on a comfort-tuned rear that irons out broken tarmac. The 1.6 THP is eager, the 2.0 HDi pulls strongly and quietly, and the 6-speed automatic shifts without fuss. The HYbrid4 adds electric drive but is more complex. It is a comfortable, easy 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.
Belgian taxes & LEZ
