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MG ZS vs Peugeot Rifter comparison

Compare performance (197 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (18,000 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG ZS or Peugeot Rifter?

MG ZS vs Peugeot Rifter: Key differences

MG ZS

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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Peugeot Rifter

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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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

ZS

Costs and Efficiency:

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

MG ZS is visibly cheaper – starting at 18,000 £ , while the Peugeot Rifter costs 22,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,869 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MG ZS uses 5.1 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Peugeot Rifter with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 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 MG ZS offers visibly more power – delivering 197 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG ZS is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.7 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot Rifter delivers clearly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 152 Nm more.

ZS

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, MG ZS is moderately lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,498 kg. The difference is around 168 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries significantly more – 814 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 344 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG ZS holds a solid overall lead 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.

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ZS

MG ZS

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 197 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
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MG ZS

The MG ZS arrives as a cheeky and practical choice for shoppers who want SUV style and family-friendly space without blowing the budget. It may not pretend to be premium, but with sensible equipment, easy-to-live-with driving manners and surprising value, it makes a persuasive case for anyone after sensible transport with a bit of personality.

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Reviews MG ZS

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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Ahmed
30 Sept 2025, 14:05:11

With all the features it offers at that price, the MG has no competition. A BMW X1 of similar dimensions with a few extra upgrades costs more than twice as much, and considering that 40% of MG’s spare parts come from Germany (Bosch, Continental, etc.), I’d go for the MG ZS Hybrid without a second thought.

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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Reviews Peugeot Rifter

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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retrovill13@gmail.com
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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Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption
Price
18,000 - 24,000 £
Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 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
115 - 145 g/km
co2
142 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
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
-
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,420 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,818 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
375 - 470 kg
Payload
518 - 814 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
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
116 - 197 HP
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
148 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,495 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
MG
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the MG ZS?

The MG ZS is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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