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Mazda 3 Sedan vs Peugeot Rifter comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Sedan or Peugeot Rifter?

Mazda 3 Sedan vs Peugeot Rifter: Key differences

Mazda 3 Sedan

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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Peugeot Rifter

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly 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

3 Sedan

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Peugeot Rifter is moderately cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the Mazda 3 Sedan costs 25,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,588 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot Rifter uses 5.4 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 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 Mazda 3 Sedan offers noticeably more power – delivering 186 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 56 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Sedan is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot Rifter delivers a bit more torque with 300 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

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: Peugeot Rifter offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Sedan is marginally lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 1,498 kg. The difference is around 81 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Rifter offers clearly more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 600 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries clearly more – 814 kg compared to 501 kg. That’s a difference of about 313 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 3 Sedan has only a minor advantage 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 £25,400
3 Sedan

Mazda 3 Sedan

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 - 186 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.5 - 6 L/100km
Mazda 3 Sedan
Peugeot Rifter

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Dimensions and Body

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Mazda 3 Sedan

The Mazda 3 Sedan dresses like a compact premium car, with sculpted lines and an interior that punches well above its class. It rewards drivers with eager handling and a composed, comfortable ride that turns routine runs into something a bit more enjoyable — proof that style and substance can share the same key.

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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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Mazda 3 Sedan
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,400 - 34,700 £
Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
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
123 - 137 g/km
co2
142 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,468 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
Trunk capacity
450 L
Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
482 - 501 kg
Payload
518 - 814 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Peugeot
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