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Peugeot Rifter vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (22,900 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot Rifter or Volvo S60?

Peugeot Rifter vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Peugeot Rifter

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • slightly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly 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:

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

Peugeot Rifter is substantially cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,654 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Peugeot Rifter with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.

S60

Engine and Performance:

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 S60 offers considerably more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 325 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 6.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers significantly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 409 Nm more.

Rifter

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Peugeot Rifter offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot Rifter is slightly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 217 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Rifter offers substantially more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 623 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries significantly more – 814 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 339 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £42,500
S60

Volvo S60

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 94 km
Peugeot Rifter
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

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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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Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 wears Scandinavian understatement like a tailored suit, pairing a serene cabin with composed handling that makes the daily commute feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers after executive looks, rock‑solid safety and practical versatility — with a dash of discreet luxury — it's a persuasive pick that doesn't need to shout for attention.

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Peugeot Rifter
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
142 - 157 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
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Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
518 - 814 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Volvo
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