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Peugeot Rifter vs SEAT Ateca – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot Rifter or SEAT Ateca?

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 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23800 £, while the SEAT Ateca costs 25100 £. That’s a price difference of around 1285 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Ateca manages with 4.90 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Peugeot Rifter with 5.60 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

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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 SEAT Ateca has a barely noticeable edge – offering 150 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Ateca is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 10.80 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Ateca performs slight better – reaching 202 km/h, while the Peugeot Rifter tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 18 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Ateca pulls to a small extent stronger with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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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 noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, SEAT Ateca is slightly lighter – 1345 kg compared to 1561 kg. The difference is around 216 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot Rifter offers significantly more room – 1050 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 540 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot Rifter performs convincingly better – up to 3500 L, which is about 1896 L more than the SEAT Ateca.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot Rifter distinct takes the win – 814 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 289 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £23,800
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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

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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SEAT Ateca

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The SEAT Ateca blends sharp, purposeful styling with practical space that turns everyday errands into something a bit more enjoyable. It’s poised and engaging to drive for its segment, offers solid value, and has just enough personality to make you smile on the school run.

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Peugeot Rifter
SEAT Ateca
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Costs and Consumption

Price
23800 - 36600 £
Price
25100 - 36900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 6.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 19.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
328 - 339 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 158 g/km
co2
129 - 144 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1561 - 1941 kg
Curb weight
1345 - 1514 kg
Trunk capacity
322 - 1050 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
4405 - 4755 mm
Length
4381 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
1818 - 1837 mm
Height
1601 mm
Max trunk capacity
3000 - 3500 L
Max trunk capacity
1604 L
Payload
489 - 814 kg
Payload
516 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
116 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 13.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 11 s
Max Speed
132 - 184 km/h
Max Speed
183 - 202 km/h
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1968 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
SEAT
What drivetrain options does the Peugeot Rifter have?

The Peugeot Rifter is offered with 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.