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BMW 2 Series vs Peugeot Rifter comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (39,700 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Peugeot Rifter?

BMW 2 Series vs Peugeot Rifter: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • considerably more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot Rifter

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  • significantly cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
  • significantly 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

2 Series

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 BMW 2 Series costs 39,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,825 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series uses 4.9 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Peugeot Rifter with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series offers considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 400 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 7.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers significantly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

2 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Peugeot Rifter offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot Rifter is very slightly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 62 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Rifter offers significantly more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 660 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries considerably more – 814 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 414 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series stands well ahead of its rival 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 £39,700
2 Series

BMW 2 Series

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 10 L/100km
BMW 2 Series
Peugeot Rifter

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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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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BMW 2 Series
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,700 - 98,600 £
Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
142 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,838 - 1,887 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
350 - 400 kg
Payload
518 - 814 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
BMW
Brand
Peugeot
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