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Audi Q5 vs Peugeot Rifter comparison

Compare performance (367 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (46,400 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q5 or Peugeot Rifter?

Audi Q5 vs Peugeot Rifter: Key differences

Audi Q5

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot Rifter

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • substantially 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Q5

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Peugeot Rifter is significantly cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the Audi Q5 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,511 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q5 uses 2.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Peugeot Rifter with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

Rifter

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 Audi Q5 offers significantly more power – delivering 367 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 237 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q5 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 6.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q5 delivers significantly more torque with 580 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.

Q5

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 clearly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,910 kg. The difference is around 412 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Rifter offers substantially more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 530 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries clearly more – 814 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 249 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q5 holds a decisive 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 £46,400
Q5

Audi Q5

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.5 - 8.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 92 - 100 km
Audi Q5
Peugeot Rifter

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi Q5

The Audi Q5 is a refined compact luxury SUV that blends a plush, well-appointed interior with confident, composed handling suited to everyday driving. It’s a strong choice if you want a comfortable, technology-rich cabin and a practical, upscale package that feels polished on both city streets and longer trips.

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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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Audi Q5
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,400 - 79,600 £
Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
92 - 100 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
56 - 189 g/km
co2
142 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,910 - 2,245 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
490 - 565 kg
Payload
518 - 814 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
Audi
Brand
Peugeot
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