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Peugeot Rifter vs Kia Seltos comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (22,900 £ vs 29,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot Rifter or Kia Seltos?

Peugeot Rifter vs Kia Seltos: Key differences

Peugeot Rifter

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • barely lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Kia Seltos

  • markedly more power
  • visibly 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Peugeot Rifter is noticeably cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the Kia Seltos costs 29,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,445 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot Rifter uses 5.4 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Kia Seltos with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

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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 Kia Seltos offers markedly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Seltos is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot Rifter delivers moderately more torque with 300 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm more.

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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, Peugeot Rifter is barely lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,515 kg. The difference is around 17 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Rifter offers clearly more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 514 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries markedly more – 814 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 319 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot Rifter 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 £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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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

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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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Kia Seltos

The Kia Seltos is a stylish and practical compact SUV that balances urban-friendly dimensions with a confident road presence. Inside it feels thoughtfully laid out with comfortable seating and a composed ride that suits daily driving and light adventure.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
Price
29,300 - 38,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
142 - 157 g/km
co2
156 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
Curb weight
1,515 - 1,620 kg
Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
Trunk capacity
536 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
518 - 814 kg
Payload
485 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Power HP
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Kia
Is the Peugeot Rifter offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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