Compare performance (136 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (22,900 £ vs 33,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot Rifter or Volvo EX30?
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 substantially cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the Volvo EX30 costs 33,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,131 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EX30 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 17 kWh/100km compared to 18.3 kWh/100km for the Peugeot Rifter. That’s a difference of about 1.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Volvo EX30 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 476 km, about 137 km more than the Peugeot Rifter.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX30 offers clearly more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 292 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 7.7 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Volvo EX30 is markedly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Peugeot Rifter tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 48 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX30 delivers clearly more torque with 543 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 243 Nm more.
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 noticeably lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 342 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Rifter offers significantly more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 732 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot Rifter offers considerably more capacity – up to 3,500 L, about 2,500 L more than the Volvo EX30.
When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries substantially more – 814 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 424 kg.
The Volvo EX30 is clearly superior overall 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.
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.
detailsThe Volvo EX30 arrives as a compact electric with crisp Scandinavian design and a cheeky personality, proving you can be serious about safety and still enjoy a grin on your commute. Its cabin is cleverly packaged and delightfully easy to live with, offering smart tech and practical touches that make it feel like a grown-up's city car with a sense of fun.
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Price
22,900 - 36,600 £
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Price
33,000 - 49,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 19.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
328 - 339 km
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Electric Range
339 - 476 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
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co2
0 - 157 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,498 - 1,941 kg
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Curb weight
1,840 - 1,960 kg
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Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
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Trunk capacity
318 L
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Length
4,405 - 4,755 mm
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Length
4,233 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Width
1,838 mm
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Height
1,818 - 1,837 mm
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Height
1,550 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3,000 - 3,500 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,000 L
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Payload
489 - 814 kg
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Payload
370 - 390 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
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Max Speed
132 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Torque
343 - 543 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
Volvo
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