Compare performance (218 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Peugeot Rifter?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Peugeot Rifter is significantly cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the Alpine A290 costs 33,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,311 £.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Alpine A290 offers considerably more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A290 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.
Both models offer the same torque – 300 Nm.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Peugeot Rifter offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Peugeot Rifter is marginally lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,554 kg. The difference is around 56 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Rifter offers considerably more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 724 L.
When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries clearly more – 814 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 418 kg.
The Alpine A290 holds a solid overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Alpine A290 brings Alpine's racing-bred spirit to the road with taut handling, razor-sharp steering and a compact, cheeky silhouette that's impossible to ignore. It's a car for drivers who want pure fun rather than family practicality — a playful, stylish pocket rocket that makes every back road feel like a racetrack and hands out smiles with the key.
detailsThe Peugeot Rifter is a practical, family-friendly people carrier that makes everyday errands and weekend escapes feel effortless thanks to its airy cabin and clever, flexible interior. With chunky, purposeful styling and storage solutions everywhere, the Rifter manages to be both unashamedly useful and unexpectedly likeable.
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Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
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Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
364 - 380 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
142 - 157 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,554 kg
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Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
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Trunk capacity
326 L
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Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
396 kg
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Payload
518 - 814 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
177 - 218 HP
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Power HP
102 - 130 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
130 - 160 kW
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Power kW
75 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
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Brand
Alpine
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Brand
Peugeot
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