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Peugeot e-Rifter 1.2 PureTech Allure 5dr Review

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The 108bhp three-cylinder petrol engine is the best compromise for the Rifter. It’s a very willing engine that pulls well from low revs and has surprisingly strong mid-range muscle. Plus, it's well priced and you can expect reasonably good fuel economy.

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Peugeot has its strongest model line-up for some years, with some of its cars now rated by our testers as being among the very best available.

Highlights focus around the firm’s newest SUVs, the 3008 and 5008. The 5008 was named Large SUV of the Year at the 2018 What Car? Awards, thanks to its appealing blend of space, interior quality and low running costs.

That bodes well for future launches, too, because many of the learnings from these cars will be passed on as new versions of existing cars are launched – something that could take many years, because the Peugeot range is so big, ranging from an entry-level supermini with the 108 to an executive saloon with the 508, up into the SUV range and also vans.

Buyers should evaluate some of the lower-rated cars in the range more carefully, though. Some are now quite old, and are subsequently left behind in terms of quality when compared with the opposition, making them below-average buys, in our estimation.

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This mid-spec trim is the best value option. It gets an 8.0in touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, along with rear parking sensors and 16in alloy wheels.

This mid-spec trim is the best value option. It gets an 8.0in touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, along with rear parking sensors and 16in alloy wheels.

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1.2 PureTech Allure 5dr

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Adaptive driver and front passenger airbags with passenger airbag deactivation function

ESP (Electronic Stability Program) + Hill Start Assist

Height adjustable drivers seat with lumbar support

Visio park with rear parking sensors and 180 colour reversing camera

Visibility pack without rear view mirror - Rifter

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Nicely refined and hugely practical, the Peugeot e-Rifter is miles ahead of the Nissan e-NV200, and its Allure Premium trim comes with a lot more kit than the entry-level Citroën e-Berlingo. It's a shame that no seven-seat version qualifies for the Government's electric car grant, though (the cheaper Vauxhall Combo-e Life and Citroën e-Berlingo do).

Need to load up several people and all of their luggage for a big road trip? A van-based MPV could be the answer to your prayers. Although these vehicles are heavily based on commercial vehicles, most will include higher quality materials than their working siblings, and creature comforts designed to keep everyone comfy. Most are spacious, too, with a boot large enough to accommodate multiple large suitcases – even if every seat is also filled.

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