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Peugeot Rifter vs BYD Sealion 7 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (22,900 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot Rifter or BYD Sealion 7?

Peugeot Rifter vs BYD Sealion 7: Key differences

Peugeot Rifter

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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BYD Sealion 7

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Rifter

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the BYD Sealion 7 costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,988 £.

Sealion 7

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 BYD Sealion 7 offers substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 400 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Sealion 7 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 6.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Sealion 7 delivers substantially more torque with 690 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 390 Nm more.

Rifter

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 5.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot Rifter is substantially lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 2,225 kg. The difference is around 727 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Rifter offers substantially more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 530 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries substantially more – 814 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 404 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Sealion 7 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 £42,800
Sealion 7

BYD Sealion 7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 313 - 530 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.9 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 456 - 502 km
Peugeot Rifter
BYD Sealion 7

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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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BYD Sealion 7

The BYD Sealion 7 is a sleek electric wagon that blends sporty styling with surprising practicality, making it a compelling choice for drivers who want something different from the usual hatchback or SUV. Its refined interior and composed road manners give it an upscale feel, while clever packaging keeps it versatile for daily use.

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Peugeot Rifter
BYD Sealion 7

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
Price
42,800 - 52,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
456 - 502 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
142 - 157 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
Curb weight
2,225 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,925 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
518 - 814 kg
Payload
410 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Power HP
313 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
380 - 690 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Power kW
230 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
BYD
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