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Alpine A290 vs Peugeot Rifter comparison

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?

Alpine A290 vs Peugeot Rifter: Key differences

Alpine A290

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot Rifter

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • marginally lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A290

Costs and Efficiency:

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 £.

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Engine and Performance:

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.

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £33,200
A290

Alpine A290

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 177 - 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 364 - 380 km
Alpine A290
Peugeot Rifter

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Alpine A290

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.

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Peugeot Rifter

The 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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Alpine A290
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
142 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,554 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,848 mm
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
Payload
518 - 814 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
Alpine
Brand
Peugeot
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