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VW Transporter Bus vs Peugeot Rifter comparison
Compare performance (286 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (41,500 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Transporter Bus or Peugeot Rifter?
VW Transporter Bus vs Peugeot Rifter: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Transporter Bus
Costs and Efficiency:
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 VW Transporter Bus costs 41,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,618 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Peugeot Rifter with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4.6 L/100km.
Rifter
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 VW Transporter Bus offers significantly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Bus is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Bus delivers clearly more torque with 415 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm more.
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: VW Transporter Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 7.
In terms of curb weight, Peugeot Rifter is noticeably lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 500 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Rifter offers clearly more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 763 L. That’s a difference of about 287 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries noticeably more – 1,143 kg compared to 814 kg. That’s a difference of about 329 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Transporter Bus 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.
from £41,500
VW Transporter Bus
VW Transporter Bus
Peugeot Rifter
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VW Transporter Bus
The VW Transporter is the Swiss Army knife of vans — rugged, practical and surprisingly civilized on the road, whether you’re hauling kit for a job or converting it into a weekend camper. It isn’t trying to be glamorous, but its blend of durability, clever packaging and familiar VW charm makes it a sensible choice for buyers who need space without sacrificing driveability.
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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 Transporter Bus
Peugeot Rifter
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
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Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
87 - 324 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 229 g/km
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co2
142 - 157 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
4 - 8
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
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Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
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Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
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Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
330 - 1,143 kg
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Payload
518 - 814 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Power HP
102 - 130 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
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Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Power kW
75 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
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Brand
VW
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Brand
Peugeot
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