Peugeot Rifter (2018 – present) | Expert Rating [hide]
Summary
The Peugeot Rifter is a small van-based people carrier. Based on the Peugeot Partner compact van, it is almost identical to the Citroën Berlingo and Vauxhall Combo Life.
The Rifter is available with either five or seven seats, in either short or long versions. The long model gets extra boot space behind the rear seats. The Rifter is pitched as a more flexible vehicle than a conventional car. In five-seat form, it is very similar in length to a family hatchback like the Peugeot 308 but, owing to its van platform, can carry a lot more kit when you start folding the seats down.
The Peugeot Rifter has received positive ratings from the UK motoring media. There are not as many reviews available as we would normally see for a family car, but this is more of a niche model. The Rifter has been praised for its versatility and practicality, although most reviews point out that its van origins are still evident – particular in terms of overall refinement and interior quality.
Key specifications
Body style: Small MPVEngines: petrol, diesel
Price: From £23,620 on-road
Launched: Summer 2018Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA
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Media reviews
Reviews, road test and comparisons from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.
Auto Express
Model reviewed: GT LineScore: 8 / 10“The new Peugeot Rifter MPV nails its brief by being as practical as possible and ruthlessly well-focused”
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Model reviewed: Range overviewScore: 8 / 10“The Peugeot Rifter MPV is cost-effective, family-friendly transport that masks its van roots well”
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Auto Trader
Model reviewed: Range overviewScore: 8 / 10“Peugeot has worked hard to make the Rifter MPV look more appealing to young families and, to an extent, the design direction has worked. Inside, the cabin has an upmarket ambience compared to its predecessor, and the Rifter is smooth to drive, making it ideal as a family car.”
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Car
Model reviewed: Range overviewScore: 6 / 10“I am definitely not the target demographic for this car, but the Peugeot Rifter is just so refreshingly honest and just a little bit funky.”
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Car Keys
Model reviewed: 1.5-litre diesel automaticScore: 7 / 10“The Peugeot Rifter manages to inject a hint of style into a class that’s usually lacking it, but is still impressively practical and offering all the versatility you would expect from a van-derived MPV.”
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Carbuyer
Model reviewed: Range overviewScore: 8 / 10“The Peugeot Rifter is an unpretentious family workhorse that takes everyday tasks in its stride”
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Carwow
Model reviewed: Range overviewScore: 6 / 10“The Peugeot Rifter is ideal if you’re looking for a spacious and practical family car but don’t want to pay for an expensive SUV – just don’t expect it to be in any way sophisticated.”
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Company Car Today
Model reviewed: 1.5-litre diesel manual GT-Line“For those that need maximum space from their car, the Peugeot Rifter is a viable and appealing alternative to either estate cars, mini-MPVs or SUVs.”
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Honest John
Model reviewed: Range overview“Despite its van origins, the Peugeot Rifter is packed with modern kit and all versions are available with touchscreen infotainment, blind-spot warning, adaptive cruise control and Peugeot’s excellent digital i-Cockpit system.”
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Parkers
Model reviewed: Range overviewScore: 8 / 10“Practical MPV is a sensible and refreshing SUV alternative”
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The Telegraph
Model reviewed: 1.5-litre diesel manual AllureScore: 6 / 10“Top-notch practicality and versatility, but the Peugeot Rifter often feels as it is – a car based on a van. No bad thing if that’s what you’re after, but the problem is others do it better, for less cash – and without downsides that come with its the faux-SUV ride height.”
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Top Gear
Model reviewed: Range overview“You could pack your entire life into this and disappear. Why, there’s even a mains-voltage socket so you can still have the comforts of home when you’re away off-grid. Which is really the pitch for the Peugeot Rifter as a whole: it’s somewhat the outsider, but it’s not too punishing.”
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What Car?
Model reviewed: Range overviewScore: 8 / 10“It may not have the class of more mainstream MPVs, but the Peugeot Rifter offers class-leading space, and is surprisingly good to drive.”
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Which?
Model reviewed: 1.5-litre diesel manual LongScore: 4.5 / 10“Being based on a van has both advantages and disadvantages. On the plus side, there’s a vast amount of space for passengers and luggage, and visibility is very good. However, although it’s reasonably comfortable to drive, there’s no escaping the basic nature of its cabin design.”
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Safety rating
Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP
Overall rating: 4 stars
Date tested: October 2018
91%
ADULT OCCUPANT
81%
CHILD OCCUPANT
58%
VULNERABLE ROAD USERS
68%
SAFETY ASSIST
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Eco rating
No eco rating
The Peugeot Rifter has not been lab tested by Green NCAP. This is a new initiative, launched in 2018 as a sister organisation to Euro NCAP.
If the Rifter is selected for assessment by Green NCAP, we will publish the results here.
Awards
Trophies, prizes and awards that the Peugeot Rifter has received
2020
- Company Car Today CCT100 Awards – Best MPV
- Diesel Car & Eco Car Top 50 – Best Utility Vehicle
2019
- UK Car of the Year Awards – Best MPV
- Scottish Car of the Year Awards – Best MPV
- Company Car Today CCT100 Awards – Best MPV
- Parkers Awards – Best Medium Family Car
- DieselCar & EcoCar Top 50 – Best Utility Vehicle
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