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Mazda CX-5 vs Peugeot Rifter comparison

Compare performance (141 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-5 or Peugeot Rifter?

Mazda CX-5 vs Peugeot Rifter: Key differences

Mazda CX-5

4.6 (9 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot Rifter

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • 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

CX-5

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 markedly cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the Mazda CX-5 costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,131 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot Rifter uses 5.4 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 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 Mazda CX-5 offers very slightly more power – delivering 141 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-5 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 10.5 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot Rifter delivers markedly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 62 Nm more.

CX-5

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 only slightly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,629 kg. The difference is around 131 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Rifter offers clearly more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 584 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries noticeably more – 814 kg compared to 601 kg. That’s a difference of about 213 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot Rifter is far ahead overall 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
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Mazda CX-5

The Mazda CX-5 blends sporty handling with a refined, premium interior, making everyday driving feel engaging and comfortable. It pairs stylish design and thoughtful cabin materials with user-friendly tech to deliver a well-rounded compact SUV that suits drivers who want more driver involvement without sacrificing practicality.

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Reviews Mazda CX-5

4.6 (9 Reviews)
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Marc Adriaans
4 Jun 2026, 13:04:31

I've been driving Mazdas for about ten years now without problems and with a lot of enjoyment. The last 3.5 years in a CX‑5. A really nice, smooth car that can tow quite a bit too, although I wouldn't recommend doing that with the FWD because it lacks grip on the front axle — so if you fit a towbar always choose the AWD. The only downside I can think of, after long consideration, is... nothing 🤔

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Bengt
25 Jan 2026, 14:05:09

I've owned several Volvos, but I drive a Mazda now and would never switch back.

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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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4.6 (2 Reviews)
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5 May 2026, 18:40:42

Citroen Berlingo -ПО дизайну напоминает ,те летающее тарелки из фильма ФАНТОМАС.Где время когда Франция не имела представления ,как должен выглядеть автомобиль.

А вот PEUGEOT RIFTER -Это уже уровень моего представления семейного внедорожника-красовера,и рабочей симпатичной лошадки.Эго и выбрал за это .

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,000 - 39,500 £
Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.5 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
157 - 169 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
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,629 - 1,671 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
566 - 601 kg
Payload
518 - 814 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
141 HP
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
238 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
104 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Peugeot
Is the Mazda CX-5 offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda CX-5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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