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Mercedes A Class vs Peugeot Rifter comparison
Compare performance (421 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or Peugeot Rifter?
Mercedes A Class vs Peugeot Rifter: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
A Class
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 clearly cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,708 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Peugeot Rifter with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 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 Mercedes A Class offers significantly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 291 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 7.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers noticeably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.
A Class
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, Mercedes A Class is marginally lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 1,498 kg. The difference is around 58 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 considerably more – 814 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 329 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes A Class 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 £32,600
Mercedes A Class
Mercedes A Class
Peugeot Rifter
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Mercedes A Class
The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.
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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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Mercedes A Class
Peugeot Rifter
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
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Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
85 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
53 - 205 g/km
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co2
142 - 157 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
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Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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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
450 - 485 kg
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Payload
518 - 814 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Power HP
102 - 130 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
200 - 500 Nm
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Power kW
75 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Peugeot
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