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Lexus NX vs Peugeot Rifter comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (46,000 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or Peugeot Rifter?

Lexus NX vs Peugeot Rifter: Key differences

Lexus NX

4.8 (15 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot Rifter

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably 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

NX

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Peugeot Rifter is substantially cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the Lexus NX costs 46,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,168 £.

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

Rifter

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus NX offers clearly more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 162 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus NX is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

NX

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 noticeably lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 307 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Rifter offers substantially more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 505 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries visibly more – 814 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 299 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus NX 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 £46,000
NX

Lexus NX

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 200 - 292 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 72 km
Lexus NX
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus NX

The Lexus NX wraps striking, chiseled styling around a cabin that feels more crafted living room than utility vehicle, with soft materials and user-friendly tech that give it genuine premium cachet. On the road it's composed and quietly confident, trading sporty pretensions for a refined, easygoing personality that will suit buyers who want luxury without fuss — with a little Lexus flair to make daily commutes feel special.

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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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Lexus NX
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,000 - 63,400 £
Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 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
72 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
65 - 134 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
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 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
475 - 515 kg
Payload
518 - 814 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Peugeot
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