Ford Transit vs Peugeot Boxer
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Vans compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Data checked: specs 30 Aug 2026, price 24 Jun 2026
Driver assistance, as the maker lists it
Swipe across. Tap a feature to see what it does and each car's source.
StandardOptional: printed price, +pack or NCO (no-cost)No, not offeredNo dataCounts beside each car use the same colours; ? is no option data.
From each manufacturer's Australian equipment list. No data means that car's document does not say. The drawings are our own illustrations of how each kind of system works.
Peugeot Boxer: we're still completing kerb weight, 0-100km/h and CO2 emissions.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
$69,990RRP
- no option data for this car
$59,990RRP
- no option data for this car
Printed option prices only. A pack is counted once and makes the figure a floor when it carries no printed price. Nothing is inferred from the other car.
Track the Ford Transit & Peugeot Boxer
Get price-drop alerts on these models plus our free weekly new-car rundown. Unsubscribe anytime.
Price Breakdown
The Ford Transit starts from $69,990 before on-road costs, while the Peugeot Boxer opens at $59,990. That makes the Peugeot Boxer the more affordable entry point by $10,000.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $76,989 and $65,989 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Peugeot Boxer by roughly $2,565 in fuel alone.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Recalls on our record
Ford Transit
- REC-006648 · published 1 Jul 2026Due to a manufacturing defect, Advanced Driver Assistance System may not operate as intended.Year range on the notice: 2025 - 2026
- REC-006498 · published 10 Dec 2025Due to a manufacturing defect, the main body wiring harness may chafe against the transmission housing and become damaged.Year range on the notice: 2024 - 2025
- REC-006358 · published 16 Jun 2025Due to a software issue, the rear-view camera may not display the rear-view image whilst reversing as intended.Year range on the notice: 2022 - 2024
- 6 more on the model page.
Peugeot Boxer
- REC-005060 · published 8 Mar 2022The steering pivot joint bolts may not meet manufacturing specifications and may become loose.Year range on the notice: 2019
A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
Feature Showdown
The Ford Transit features a 12-inch touchscreen paired with a 4.2-inch digital dash, while the Peugeot Boxer gets a 7-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
Drivetrain
The Ford Transit uses a Diesel producing 121kW and 390Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 12 seconds.
The Peugeot Boxer responds with a 2.2L BlueHDi turbo-diesel making 132kW and 450Nm, paired to a 8-speed automatic (eat8) driving the front wheels.
The Peugeot Boxer has the clear power advantage at 132kW vs 121kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Ford Transit measures 5,981mm long on a 3,750mm wheelbase, 17mm shorter than the Peugeot Boxer at 5,998mm (4,035mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Peugeot Boxer generally means more rear legroom.
For towing, the Ford Transit leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 3,000kg. That 500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
14.3m diameter
Large
Based on 14.3m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Large
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 12.2 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: 3-point turn
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
2.0 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: careful, tight swing
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,337/year for the Ford Transit and $1,824/year for the Peugeot Boxer. That is a $513 annual difference in favour of the Peugeot Boxer.
Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Ford Transit) vs 5 years (Peugeot Boxer). Both match on warranty length.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Ford Transit if: You need stronger towing, or prefer Ford's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Peugeot Boxer if: You want the lower entry price, prioritise performance, want lower running costs, or prefer Peugeot's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
Peugeot Boxer: Top CarSorted Score, 68 vs 62
The Peugeot Boxer comes out ahead on the CarSorted Score (68 vs 62), taking 3 of 4 key spec rows below and coming in at a lower price. The deciding gaps: practicality (Ford Transit ahead by 18), fuel economy (Peugeot Boxer ahead by 16), performance (Peugeot Boxer ahead by 15). The Peugeot Boxer will save you roughly $513 a year in fuel. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
One enquiry, local dealers' best price on each. Free for you to use. If you buy, the dealer may pay us a commission.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Ford Transit and Peugeot Boxer?
The Peugeot Boxer is the cheapest at $59,990 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Ford Transit by $10,000.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Peugeot Boxer uses the least fuel at 6.4L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
None of Ford Transit and Peugeot Boxer carry a published ANCAP rating yet, so there is no crash result to compare. Check back as they are tested.
Which can tow the most?
The Ford Transit has the highest braked towing capacity at 3,500kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Peugeot Boxer makes the most power at 132kW.
Stay across the market
Get our weekly new-car rundown of launches, price moves, deals and reviews, straight from the data.
- Weekly new-car rundown
- Price cuts and new deals
- New launches and reviews
No spam, unsubscribe anytime. By subscribing you agree to receive marketing emails.
Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
Comments (0)
Sign in to join the conversation
No comments yet. Be the first!
