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Kia EV3 vs Peugeot Rifter comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (40,200 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Peugeot Rifter?

Kia EV3 vs Peugeot Rifter: Key differences

Kia EV3

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot Rifter

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly 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

EV3

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Peugeot Rifter is substantially cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,322 £.

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 Kia EV3 offers considerably more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.6 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV3 delivers clearly more torque with 385 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm more.

EV3

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 5.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot Rifter is visibly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,995 kg. The difference is around 497 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries substantially more – 814 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 329 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV3 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 £40,200
EV3

Kia EV3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 265 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 572 km
Kia EV3
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Kia EV3

The Kia EV3 is a stylish, user-friendly electric crossover that focuses on practicality and a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It delivers a comfortable ride with intuitive technology and efficient everyday performance, making it a sensible choice for city and family use.

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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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Kia EV3
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,200 - 43,900 £
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 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
572 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
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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
1,995 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
Trunk capacity
413 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 kg
Payload
518 - 814 kg

Engine and Performance

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

General

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