Compare performance (130 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (22,900 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot Rifter or VW Amarok?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Peugeot Rifter is substantially cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the VW Amarok costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,377 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot Rifter uses 5.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the VW Amarok with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.
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 VW Amarok offers clearly more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 110 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Amarok is markedly 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 VW Amarok delivers significantly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.
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 significantly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 764 kg.
When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries moderately more – 983 kg compared to 814 kg. That’s a difference of about 169 kg.
The Peugeot Rifter has only a minor advantage 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 VW Amarok is a surprisingly refined pickup that blends rugged capability with car-like comfort, feeling equally at home on a worksite or a weekend escape. Practical, well‑mannered and a little bit charismatic, it’s a smart choice for buyers who need honest utility without sacrificing everyday drivability — and yes, it can be oddly addictive to drive.
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Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
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Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
142 - 157 g/km
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co2
226 - 270 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
Pickup
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
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Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
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Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
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Length
5,350 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Width
1,910 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
518 - 814 kg
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Payload
883 - 983 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 130 HP
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Power HP
170 - 240 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Torque
405 - 600 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
75 - 96 kW
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Power kW
125 - 177 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
VW
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