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Kia PV5 Passenger vs Peugeot e-Rifter (2021-2024)
Selected trimAllure Premium 50kWh · 2021-24Change trim172 mi · 50 kWh · £32,875
At a glance
In this comparison, Kia PV5 Passenger leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Peugeot e-Rifter counters with the lowest price.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Kia PV5 Passenger if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.2p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Kia PV5 Passenger wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueKia
Kia
6.6
Peugeot
5.8
Motorway RangeKia
Kia
3.6
Peugeot
2.3
FamilyKia
Kia
7.2
Peugeot
5.9
ChargingKia
Kia
7
Peugeot
3.7
Cost Per MileKia
Kia
3.6
Peugeot
1.9
City Driving
Kia
5.2
Peugeot
5.4
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Peugeot e-Rifter
Allure Premium 50kWh
No standout advantages - closely matched on the measurable specs.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Kia PV5 PassengerEssential 51.5kWh 5-Seat | Peugeot e-RifterAllure Premium 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,195 | £32,875 (better) |
| Official range | 196 miles (better) | 172 miles |
| Boot space | 1300 L (better) | 775 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 25 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | Not available | 11.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Kia PV5 Passenger
Peugeot e-Rifter
Length
Kia PV5 Passenger4,520mm
Peugeot e-Rifter4,405mm-115mm
Width
Kia PV5 Passenger1,912mm-9mm
Peugeot e-Rifter1,921mm
Height
Kia PV5 Passenger1,920mm
Peugeot e-Rifter1,818mm-102mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Kia PV5 PassengerEssential 51.5kWh 5-Seat | Peugeot e-RifterAllure Premium 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,520 mm | 4,405 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,912 mm (better) | 1,921 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,107 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,818 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m | 10.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 488 mm spare (better) | 479 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Kia PV5 PassengerEssential 51.5kWh 5-Seat | Peugeot e-RifterAllure Premium 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 1300 L (better) | 775 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 750 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia PV5 Passenger Essential 51.5kWh 5-Seat |  Peugeot e-Rifter Allure Premium 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.52m | 4.41m-115mm |
| Width | 1.91m | 1.92m+9mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.11m |
| Height | 1.92m | 1.82m-102mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.06m | 2.79m-275mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 167mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 1300L (better) | 775L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m | 10.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,060kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 51.5kWh (better) | 50kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 196 mi (better) | 172 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW (better) | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,195 | £32,875 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £31,695 (-£1,500) | £32,875 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | MPV | MPV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2021–2024 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Kia PV5 PassengerEssential 51.5kWh 5-Seat | Peugeot e-RifterAllure Premium 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 196 miles (better) | 172 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 163 miles (better) | 144 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 25 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 51.5 kWh (better) | 50 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Kia PV5 PassengerEssential 51.5kWh 5-Seat | Peugeot e-RifterAllure Premium 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | Not available | 11.7 sec |
| Power | 120 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 270 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Kia PV5 Passenger
Essential 51.5kWh 5-Seat
Peugeot e-Rifter
Allure Premium 50kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Kia PV5 Passenger Essential 51.5kWh 5-Seat
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users64%
Safety Assist65%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Peugeot e-Rifter Allure Premium 50kWh
Tested 2018
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant81%
Vulnerable Road Users58%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Kia PV5 PassengerEssential 51.5kWh 5-Seat | Peugeot e-RifterAllure Premium 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Kia PV5 Passenger or the Peugeot e-Rifter?
The Peugeot e-Rifter is £320 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £176 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the two land within £200 of each other - effectively the same to own. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Kia PV5 Passenger and Peugeot e-Rifter like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 163 miles for the Kia PV5 Passenger and 144 miles for the Peugeot e-Rifter - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia PV5 Passenger goes roughly 20 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 25-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia PV5 Passenger or the Peugeot e-Rifter?
The two are within 9 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 488 mm of total clearance for the Kia PV5 Passenger and about 479 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-Rifter.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Kia PV5 Passenger or the Peugeot e-Rifter?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Kia PV5 Passenger and 84% for the Peugeot e-Rifter. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
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