VS
At a Glance
Power
78kW@5800
130 kW
Torque
142Nm@4000
420 Nm
Fuel
8.4L/100km
—
Towing
-
1500 Kg
0-100 km/h
-
—
Engine
1587cc
2755 cc
Choosing between the Peugeot Partner and the Toyota Quantum is one of the most common decisions car buyers in South Africa face. The Peugeot Partner delivers 78kW@5800 while the Toyota Quantum produces 130 kW. Pricing starts at R195 900 for the Partner and R862 700 for the Quantum. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Specification
Peugeot Partner1.6 (78kw) 2012 - From R195 900
Toyota Quantum2.8 GL 11 SEAT 2023 - From R862 700
Performance
Power Output
78kW@5800
130 kW
Torque
142Nm@4000
420 Nm
0-100 kph
-
—
Top Speed
-
100 Km/h
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
1587cc
2755 cc
Engine Layout
TRANSVERSE INLINE 4
inline
Cylinders
4
4
Fuel Type
UNLEADED
diesel
Forced Induction Device
—
turbocharger
Transmission
MANUAL
manual
Number of Gears
5
6
Drive Wheels
FRONT
rear
Full Time 4x4
✗
—
Low Range
✗
—
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
8.4L/100km
—
Fuel Consumption Urban
11.2L/100km
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
6.7L/100km
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
60L
70 l
CO2 Emissions
198g/km
—
Dimensions
Length
4380mm
5265 mm
Width
-1810mm
1950 mm
Height
1838mm
1990 mm
Wheelbase
2728mm
3210 mm
Ground Clearance
-
175 mm
Kerb Weight
1411kg
2445 Kg
Doors
5
4
Seats
3
11
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
-
1500 Kg
Load Capacity
3300kg
1000 lkg
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
—
Brake Assist
—
✓ Standard
Stability Control
✗
✓ Standard
Traction Control
✗
✓ Standard
Airbag Count
2
2
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
✗
—
Curtain Airbags
✗
—
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
Optional
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✗
—
Cruise Control
✗
—
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
—
Bluetooth
✗
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
✗
—
Reversing Camera
—
✓ Standard
Park Distance Rear
✗
—
Park Distance Front
✗
—
Sunroof
✗
—
Heated Seats
✗
—
Electric Seat Adjustment
✗
—
Keyless Entry
✗
—
Alloy Wheels
✗
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
36
3
Warranty Distance
-
100000 Km
Service Plan
S
✓ Standard
Service Plan Years
—
9 servicesyr
Service Plan Distance
—
90000km
Service Intervals
10000
10000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Toyota Quantum
2 / 4 categories
Performance
Quantum
Fuel Economy
Tied
Value
Partner
Practicality
Quantum
Pros & Cons
Peugeot Partner
Lower starting price (R195 900)
No factory service plan
Toyota Quantum
Higher towing capacity (1500 Kg)
Factory service plan included
Higher starting price
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has more power, the Partner or Quantum?
The Partner produces 78kW@5800 and 142Nm@4000 of torque while the Quantum delivers 130 kW and 420 Nm of torque. The Quantum is the more powerful option.
What is the price difference between the Partner and Quantum?
The Partner starts from R195 900 and the Quantum from R862 700. The Partner is cheaper by R666 800 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the Partner or Quantum?
The Partner has a braked towing capacity of 0kg and the Quantum can tow 1500 Kg. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the Partner or the Quantum?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.
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