Head to head
Peugeot Boxer vs Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Transporter
The Peugeot Boxer tows 200kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Towing capacity: the Peugeot Boxer tows 200kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Peugeot Boxer | Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Transporter | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 1570 kg (L2H1, 335); 1495 kg (L3H2, 335); 1410 kg (L4H2, 435); 1865 kg (L4H2, 440, 4.005t); 690 kg (e-Boxer, L3H2 electric) | up to 1.28 tonnes (diesel); up to 1 tonne (electric) |
| Load volume | 10 m3 (L2H1); 13 m3 (L3H2); 15-17 m3 (L4H2/L4H3) | 5.8 m3 (SWB); 6.8 m3 (LWB) |
| Towing capacity | up to 3000 kg braked (335/435, 3.5t GVW); 2500 kg braked (440, 4.005t GVW) | up to 2.8 tonnes (diesel) |
| Load length | - | 3050 mm (SWB (with load-through bulkhead)); 3450 mm (LWB (with load-through bulkhead)) |
| Gross weight | - | 2800-3350 kg |
Sources: Peugeot Boxer, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Transporter. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Boxer if...
- you want one that tows 200kg more
The Boxer's 440 derivative pushes GVW to just over 4 tonnes for a substantial payload jump, which is why it is a frequent base vehicle for Luton and tipper conversions used by UK removals firms.
Full Boxer specifications →Buy or hire the Transporter if...
The Transporter is positioned above budget medium vans on cabin quality and resale value, and stays under 2 metres tall on both wheelbases so it can access multi-storey car parks that rule out taller rivals.
Full Transporter specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Peugeot Boxer and the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Transporter?
The Peugeot Boxer tows 200kg more. The Peugeot Boxer is a large panel van offered in four lengths and three heights, shared with the Citroen Relay and Fiat Ducato.; the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Transporter is a medium panel van (T6.1 generation), VW's rival to the Transit Custom and Vivaro..
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