Peugeot 5008 P87 vs Renault Captur MK1

Peugeot 5008

P87 · 2017 – 2024

The second 5008 (P87), a seven-seat SUV on EMP2.

Renault Captur

MK1 · 2013 – 2019

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

First car

Second car

Pick this one if…

Peugeot 5008

Pick the P87 for the modern seven-seat 5008 with a big cabin and strong diesels.

Best engine: The 1.2 PureTech/Hybrid (petrol) or 2.0 BlueHDi (diesel) — post-2020.

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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 130 · Petrol vs 0.9 TCe 90 · Petrol

	Peugeot 5008	Renault Captur
Power	130 hp Winner	90 hp
Torque	230 Nm Winner	135 Nm
0–100 km/h	10,5 s Winner	12,7 s
Top speed	188 km/h Winner	171 km/h
Power-to-weight	89,7 hp/t Winner	83,3 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	125 g/km	105 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	5,5 L/100km	4,7 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	Peugeot 5008	Renault Captur
Boot	780 L Winner	377 L
Boot (seats folded)	1.940 L Winner	1.235 L
Wheelbase	2,84 m Winner	2,61 m
Length	4,64 m	4,12 m
Ground clearance	—	—
Turning circle	11,2 m	10,4 m Winner
Towing capacity (braked)	1.800 kg Winner	900 kg

Powertrain & tech

	Peugeot 5008	Renault Captur
Platform	EMP2 (modular)	B (modified)
Drive	Front-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	1.2 PureTech · 1.2 Hybrid (48V) · 1.6 PureTech petrol · 1.5/1.6/2.0 BlueHDi diesel	0.9 TCe · 1.2 TCe · 1.3 TCe · 1.5 dCi
Transmission	6-speed manual · EAT8	5-speed manual
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Euro standard	Euro 6d	Euro 6
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

Peugeot 5008

1.2 PureTech: wet timing belt
1.5 BlueHDi: AdBlue and chain on early units
Infotainment software needs updates

Renault Captur

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

Pros

Peugeot 5008

Seven seats and a big boot
Modern i-Cockpit interior
Strong 2.0 BlueHDi diesel

Renault Captur

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

Cons

Peugeot 5008

Third row tight for adults
1.2 PureTech: wet timing belt

Renault Captur

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

Driving experience

Peugeot 5008

The P87 is a stretched 3008, and it drives with the same easy, car-like manners for a seven-seat box. Built on the EMP2 bones shared with the 3008, it stays light on its feet, so the front axle turns in cleanly and the long wheelbase keeps it stable and settled on the motorway. The small i-Cockpit wheel and raised digital dials need a short acclimatisation, then the steering feels accurate and the body stays composed through corners. Most versions ride on a comfort-tuned rear that irons out broken tarmac, though big wheels and firmer specs add some fidget. The 1.2 PureTech 130 is eager, the 2.0 BlueHDi pulls strongly and quietly, and the EAT8 automatic shifts without fuss. It is an easy, practical seven-seater, 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.