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Ford Focus vs Peugeot Rifter comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Peugeot Rifter?

Ford Focus vs Peugeot Rifter: Key differences

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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Peugeot Rifter

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  • clearly cheaper
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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

Focus

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Peugeot Rifter is clearly cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the Ford Focus costs 27,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,654 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Focus uses 4.9 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Peugeot Rifter with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 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 Ford Focus offers considerably more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 5.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Focus delivers clearly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

Focus

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, Ford Focus is a bit lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,498 kg. The difference is around 168 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries noticeably more – 814 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 254 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Focus is decisively ahead 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.

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Focus

Ford Focus

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 8 L/100km
Ford Focus
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Focus

The Ford Focus remains a clever all‑rounder that balances sharp handling with everyday comfort, making it a strong choice whether your commute is city streets or country lanes. Its practical cabin and sensible running costs mean you’ll spend more time enjoying the drive and less time worrying about ownership, with a playful streak underfoot that keeps things interesting.

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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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Ford Focus
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
142 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Length
-
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
518 - 814 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
Ford
Brand
Peugeot
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