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Mercedes V Class vs Peugeot Rifter comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (48,200 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes V Class or Peugeot Rifter?

Mercedes V Class vs Peugeot Rifter: Key differences

Mercedes V Class

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

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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Peugeot Rifter is considerably cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,304 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot Rifter uses 5.4 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

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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 V Class offers substantially more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 107 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes V Class is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes V Class delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

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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 6.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot Rifter is significantly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 694 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries moderately more – 908 kg compared to 814 kg. That’s a difference of about 94 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot Rifter sits just 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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Mercedes V Class

The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.

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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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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
48,200 - 83,300 £
Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 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
187 - 232 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
Bus
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
6
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,928 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
636 - 908 kg
Payload
518 - 814 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, 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, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes V Class have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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