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Mazda MX-30 vs Peugeot Rifter comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Peugeot Rifter?

Mazda MX-30 vs Peugeot Rifter: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot Rifter

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • visibly 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

MX-30

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 noticeably cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the Mazda MX-30 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,988 £.

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 MX-30 offers noticeably more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-30 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

MX-30

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 visibly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 351 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Rifter offers substantially more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 700 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries significantly more – 814 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 412 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-30 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 £30,800
MX-30

Mazda MX-30

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 85 km
Mazda MX-30
Peugeot Rifter

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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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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 MX-30
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
22 g/km
co2
142 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
402 kg
Payload
518 - 814 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

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