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Nissan Townstar vs Peugeot Rifter - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (130 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (25700 £ vs 23800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar or Peugeot Rifter?

Nissan Townstar

5 (1 Reviews)
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Peugeot Rifter

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23800 £, while the Nissan Townstar costs 25700 £. That’s a price difference of around 1885 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot Rifter manages with 5.60 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Nissan Townstar with 6.70 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Peugeot Rifter: with 18.30 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Nissan Townstar with 19.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh.

As for range, the Peugeot Rifter performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 339 km, about 58 km more than the Nissan Townstar.

Rifter @ Peugeot / Stellantis Media

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 Peugeot Rifter has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 136 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot Rifter is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 10.80 s, while the Nissan Townstar takes 12.60 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot Rifter performs minimal better – reaching 184 km/h, while the Nissan Townstar tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot Rifter pulls slightly stronger with 300 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm difference.

Townstar @ Nissan Motor Corporation

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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Nissan Townstar is minimal lighter – 1509 kg compared to 1561 kg. The difference is around 52 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot Rifter offers distinct more room – 1050 L compared to 775 L. That’s a difference of about 275 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot Rifter performs to a small extent better – up to 3500 L, which is about 450 L more than the Nissan Townstar.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot Rifter evident takes the win – 814 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 173 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot Rifter proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot Rifter is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £23,800
Rifter @ Peugeot / Stellantis Media

Peugeot Rifter

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.6 - 6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.3 - 19.1 kWh
  • Electric Range : 328 - 339 km
Nissan Townstar
Peugeot Rifter

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Nissan Townstar

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Nissan Townstar is a pragmatic city companion that blends clever packaging with a calm, easygoing drive, making it ideal for urban errands and small-business hauls. It won't win any style contests, but its tidy interior, sensible features and no-nonsense character make it a genuinely useful buy for people who value practicality over pizzazz.

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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 Townstar
Peugeot Rifter
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Costs and Consumption

Price
25700 - 37700 £
Price
23800 - 36600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7 L
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 19.1 kWh
Electric Range
265 - 281 km
Electric Range
328 - 339 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 157 g/km
co2
0 - 158 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1509 - 2041 kg
Curb weight
1561 - 1941 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 775 L
Trunk capacity
322 - 1050 L
Length
4488 - 4911 mm
Length
4405 - 4755 mm
Width
1859 - 1860 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1838 - 1869 mm
Height
1818 - 1837 mm
Max trunk capacity
2800 - 3050 L
Max trunk capacity
3000 - 3500 L
Payload
506 - 641 kg
Payload
489 - 814 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 - 13.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 13.6 s
Max Speed
130 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 184 km/h
Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1332 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E, F
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Peugeot
What drivetrain options does the Nissan Townstar have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.