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Peugeot Rifter vs VW Grand California comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (22,900 £ vs 70,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot Rifter or VW Grand California?

Peugeot Rifter vs VW Grand California: Key differences

Peugeot Rifter

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • considerably more trunk space

VW Grand California

  • slightly more power

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Rifter

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Peugeot Rifter is considerably cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the VW Grand California costs 70,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,376 £.

Grand California

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 VW Grand California offers slightly more power – delivering 163 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

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 4.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot Rifter is clearly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 3,052 kg. The difference is around 1,554 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Rifter offers considerably more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 1,050 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries substantially more – 814 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 366 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot Rifter is far ahead 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.

from £22,900
Rifter

Peugeot Rifter

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.3 - 19.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 328 - 339 km
Peugeot Rifter
VW Grand California

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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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VW Grand California

The Grand California is Volkswagen's remarkable take on the camper van, blending practicality with comfort for the ultimate road trip experience. With ample space for both living and storage, it's designed for adventure seekers who don't want to compromise on amenities. Whether you're exploring coastal roads or setting up camp in the mountains, the Grand California offers a perfect home away from home.

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Peugeot Rifter
VW Grand California

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,900 - 36,600 £
Price
70,200 - 77,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 19.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
328 - 339 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 157 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
4
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,941 kg
Curb weight
3,052 - 3,354 kg
Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,405 - 4,755 mm
Length
5,986 - 6,836 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
2,040 mm
Height
1,818 - 1,837 mm
Height
2,839 - 2,971 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,000 - 3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
489 - 814 kg
Payload
146 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
132 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
VW
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