trailer hire - head to head
Nissan vs Pegasus
Both makes turn up on the same shortlists, and the honest answer is that they are built for different buyers rather than one being better than the other. Here is what actually separates them - from a directory that sells neither.
| Nissan | Pegasus | |
|---|---|---|
| Built in | Japan (Yokohama) | United Kingdom |
| UK availability | Widely available - large UK network | Limited UK presence |
| Range covers | cars, crossovers, vans | horse trailers |
| Best known for | Juke | Beta |
Choose Nissan if...
A major Japanese carmaker whose compact Juke crossover is common on used-car led UK rental and private hire fleets.
Look at: Juke, Qashqai
Full Nissan profile →Choose Pegasus if...
A budget-focused horse trailer brand sold through UK horsebox dealers, aimed at owners moving one or two horses without the cost of a premium marque.
Look at: Beta
Full Pegasus profile →Where to hire or buy either
Most UK trailer hire companies carry several makes and advertise none of them, so the practical move is to find the firms covering your area and ask what is on the yard.
Nissan vs Pegasus - common questions
Is Nissan better than Pegasus?
Neither is better outright - they are built for different buyers. A major Japanese carmaker whose compact Juke crossover is common on used-car led UK rental and private hire fleets. A budget-focused horse trailer brand sold through UK horsebox dealers, aimed at owners moving one or two horses without the cost of a premium marque.
Which is easier to get hold of in the UK, Nissan or Pegasus?
Nissan: Widely available on the UK new and used car and rental markets. Pegasus: A minor horsebox brand sold through general trailer and horsebox dealers rather than direct.
Can I hire rather than buy?
Yes. Most UK trailer hire companies hire as well as sell, and many carry several makes without listing them. Search by your area and ask what they have on the yard.
Other comparisons
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Brand and model names are the trademarks of their owners, used here only to identify the products they refer to. Specifications vary by model year and market - confirm weights, dimensions and towing limits with the supplier before hiring or buying.