Peugeot 5008 T87 vs Renault Captur MK2

Peugeot 5008

T87 · 2009 – 2017

The first 5008 (T87), a seven-seat MPV/crossover on PF2.

Renault Captur

MK2 · 2019 – 2026

The second Captur (MK2), on the CMF-B platform with E-Tech hybrids.

First car

Second car

Pick this one if…

Peugeot 5008

Pick the T87 for an affordable seven-seat MPV with a generous boot.

Best engine: The 2.0 HDi (diesel) or 1.6 THP (petrol) — post-2013 facelift.

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Pick this one if…

Renault Captur

Pick the MK2 for the roomier, modern Captur with E-Tech hybrids and the flexible rear bench.

Best engine: The 1.0 TCe (petrol) or E-Tech 140/145 (hybrid).

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Performance

1.6 THP 155 · Petrol vs 1.0 TCe 100 · Petrol

	Peugeot 5008	Renault Captur
Power	155 hp Winner	100 hp
Torque	240 Nm Winner	160 Nm
0–100 km/h	9,5 s Winner	13,0 s
Top speed	190 km/h Winner	178 km/h
Power-to-weight	103,3 hp/t Winner	87,7 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	155 g/km	115 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	6,8 L/100km	5,0 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	Peugeot 5008	Renault Captur
Boot	680 L Winner	422 L
Boot (seats folded)	1.754 L Winner	1.500 L
Wheelbase	2,73 m Winner	2,64 m
Length	4,53 m	4,24 m
Ground clearance	—	—
Turning circle	11,2 m	10,9 m Winner
Towing capacity (braked)	1.500 kg Winner	1.100 kg

Powertrain & tech

	Peugeot 5008	Renault Captur
Platform	PF2	CMF-B
Drive	Front-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	1.6 VTi/THP · 1.2 PureTech petrol · 1.6/2.0 HDi diesel · HYbrid4	1.0 TCe · 1.3 TCe · 1.5 Blue dCi · E-Tech 140/145 · E-Tech PHEV 158
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed manual
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Euro standard	Euro 5	Euro 6d
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

Peugeot 5008

1.6 THP: timing chain and tensioner
HDi: DPF/EGR and turbo at high mileage
HYbrid4: more complex and costly to maintain

Renault Captur

E-Tech hybrid: 12V battery drain
Electrical gremlins and infotainment freezes
1.5 Blue dCi: DPF and AdBlue on short trips

Pros

Peugeot 5008

Seven seats
Generous boot
Affordable used

Renault Captur

Bigger boot than the MK1
Modern E-Tech hybrids available
Keeps the clever sliding rear bench

Cons

Peugeot 5008

MPV looks (less SUV)
1.6 THP carries timing-chain risk

Renault Captur

PHEV pricier and heavier
Infotainment can be slow

Driving experience

Peugeot 5008

The T87 is the seven-seat MPV that shares its bones with the 3008, and it drives with the same easy, stable manners. Built on the PF2 platform, it stays reasonably light for its size, so the front axle turns in cleanly and the long wheelbase keeps it planted and settled on the motorway. The raised 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 people-carrier, 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 firmer than the first-generation Captur, reducing roll in corners while staying acceptable on normal roads, though the ride can feel firm on larger wheels. The 1.0 TCe and 1.3 TCe feel responsive for daily use; the E-Tech hybrid adds strong low-speed electric assistance and smooth transitions once warm. Manual gearboxes are straightforward, and the EDC dual-clutch is smooth at speed but can hesitate at low speeds. Overall a competent, easy compact crossover rather than a driver's car.