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Nissan Qashqai vs Peugeot Rifter comparison

Compare performance (205 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or Peugeot Rifter?

Nissan Qashqai vs Peugeot Rifter: Key differences

Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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Peugeot Rifter

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
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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

Qashqai

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 Nissan Qashqai costs 29,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,745 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Qashqai uses 4.3 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Peugeot Rifter with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

Rifter

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Nissan Qashqai offers noticeably more power – delivering 205 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Qashqai delivers very slightly more torque with 330 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Qashqai

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, Nissan Qashqai is marginally lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,498 kg. The difference is around 78 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries visibly more – 814 kg compared to 516 kg. That’s a difference of about 298 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Qashqai is decisively ahead 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 £29,600
Qashqai

Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 158 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Nissan Qashqai
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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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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Nissan Qashqai
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 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
98 - 152 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
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,835 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
446 - 516 kg
Payload
518 - 814 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Peugeot
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