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Lexus RC vs Peugeot Rifter comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Peugeot Rifter?

Lexus RC vs Peugeot Rifter: Key differences

Lexus RC

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

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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • somewhat 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

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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 Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 59,468 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot Rifter uses 5.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 6.4 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 Lexus RC offers substantially more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 334 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers significantly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

RC

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 somewhat lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 217 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Rifter offers substantially more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 684 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries noticeably more – 814 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 279 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot Rifter 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 £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
Lexus RC
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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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 RC
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 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
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
268 g/km
co2
142 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
3
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
-
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
535 kg
Payload
518 - 814 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
520 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Peugeot
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