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Ford Transit Bus vs Peugeot Rifter comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or Peugeot Rifter?

Ford Transit Bus vs Peugeot Rifter: Key differences

Ford Transit Bus

  • somewhat more power
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Peugeot Rifter

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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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

Transit Bus

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,640 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot Rifter uses 5.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

Rifter

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 Ford Transit Bus offers somewhat more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Bus delivers visibly more torque with 390 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

Transit Bus

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Ford Transit Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 7.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot Rifter is considerably lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 2,338 kg. The difference is around 840 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Bus carries markedly more – 1,162 kg compared to 814 kg. That’s a difference of about 348 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot Rifter 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 £22,900
Rifter

Peugeot Rifter

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
Ford Transit Bus
Peugeot Rifter

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Ford Transit Bus

The Ford Transit is the reliable people-mover operators turn to when they need space, stamina and sensible running costs without fuss. It doesn't try to be glamorous, but its practical interior, flexible layouts and honest character make it a smart, stress-free choice for shuttle services and group transport.

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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 Transit Bus
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,500 - 52,900 £
Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 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
245 - 248 g/km
co2
142 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
9
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,338 - 2,385 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
Length
-
Width
2,059 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
2,530 - 2,533 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
1,115 - 1,162 kg
Payload
518 - 814 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
Ford
Brand
Peugeot
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