Peugeot Rifter 2019 Allure 1.5 Diesel BlueHDI Review & Road Test

[@F1Kamel_1992]

Practical, reliable, good looking and very sturdy. This new Rifter is my #1 favourite multi purpose vehicle and I love it.

[@PlanetautoUK]

It is a fabulous vehicle, sporty too with that steering wheel and cockpit, thank you.

[@bmwdaywhatyouwant7679]

Awesome review! I love the design, looks and comfort of the Rifter. I drove one recently as a rental and I will admit it was very comfortable.

[@PlanetautoUK]

It does look great, and it’s ideal on a long journey with lots of room and storage and yes very comfortable, thank you.

[@markopolo-1]

Found your review very informative and we've managed to shortlist the two vehicles we were interested in based on this and one other review, this and the Vauxhall Combo Life, but unfortunately we weren't able to find a dealer close to us that could allow us a test drive of the Combo but having looked and compared specs on both online and with your video in particular, and having managed to test drive the Allure 1.5 it's night and day. The centre console on the Rifter is a deal breaker, whereas the Combo similar spec is completely bare, 2 armrests on the Allure, 1 on the Combo, thanks again, really helped :)

[@PlanetautoUK]

Thank you, Marco. So glad we helped you make an informed choice - enjoy driving it. *Annabelle

[@scottishcarenthusiastsandtrain]

Great review guys, my mother in law recently got one of these on the Mobility Scheme to transport my wheelchair bound father in law, looking to have a wee look the next time we are over at hers.

[@PlanetautoUK]

Thank you Davy, yes we had fun this with one, we need to drive the ev now.

[@frankie6849]

My Rifter was in for a service they gave me new 5008 Gt for the day and I must say I missed my rifter love the space in it 5008 is not a tall car, great review

[@PlanetautoUK]

No the SUVs aren’t as tall, the Rifter and Berlingo are fantastic models, thank you and glad you enjoyed it *B

[@electricbikerider]

Thanks guys that was a great review, 👍🏻

[@PlanetautoUK]

Thank you for the great feedback, good to hear you enjoyed it.

[@thebigchip]

I’m Mr Beige and have owned multiple Citroen and Peugeot versions. The most recent has connected sat nav, 6 speed, glass tail hatch and more importantly individual removable seats. Great for load and bike carrying. I might have to keep mine a bit longer rather than lose this capability. I have never in any model managed to come close to the projected MPG no matter how saintly I drive. Lane assist would be cool though.

[@PlanetautoUK]

Lane assist is a very cool feature - Happy New Year! 👍

[@markyy3590]

Great review.

[@PlanetautoUK]

Thank you Mark

[@mattsbeamer]

Not bad. The front looks great. The interior looks great too! Much nicer than past Peugeot vans. Id just need bigger wheels :)

[@PlanetautoUK]

With privacy glass, bigger alloys the Rifter can look very cool indeed

[@mrraybanman]

Nice review of the Rifter, a super practical good-looking car!

[@PlanetautoUK]

Thank you, it is on both counts Mr

[@artemsnow9912]

What about seats? One owner said me that it's difficult for back in long rides. Other one said it's not true. What you think about it? Thanks for answer!

[@PlanetautoUK]

Ben travelled in the back at 6.3, 18 stone with no problems.

[@artemsnow9912]

@@PlanetautoUK I'm going to buy this car and want to be sure it would be bad choice...🤔🙃

[@PlanetautoUK]

To be absolutely sure, we suggest you go to the dealership and test drive it, sit in it (front and back) play with the functionality, and see if it is the right one for you. Good luck and let us know how you get on 👍

[@artemsnow9912]

@@PlanetautoUK I already did it! 6 times...😂 But it was not to long to understand how it will be in long way. For short distance it's perfect as for me.

[@thewanderer8]

At 3' 50" you say that it has Sat Nav? The two I've taken for a test drive this week didn't.

[@PlanetautoUK]

That’s interesting, as we had a similar thing in a previous PSA vehicle, where we were given an option that 6 month or so after was then unavailable. We’ll see what we can find, thank you TheTeacherInfo *B

[@jules9308]

You don't need it, plug your phone in and use your phone sat nav on the screen.

[@kgeary3072]

Which would be your favorite, having reviewed both, rifter or berlingo ? Any difference in ride or handling ?

[@PlanetautoUK]

Both offer a very similar driving experience. Both are very comfy, the Rifter does feature the smaller steering wheel from other Peugeot models which does give it a slightly sportier feel.

[@dartingtonswimmingpool6413]

How does this compare to the equivalent Berlingo?

[@PlanetautoUK]

Hello, we need a little more info pls - engines, room, trim etc? Thank you Helen

[@artemsnow9912]

Good review! What would you recomend for family of 4 people: L1 or L2 ? Is it enough L1 or not?

[@PlanetautoUK]

This one would be ideal, lots of room for the family and well priced.

[@slipstream1406]

Are the terrain modes an optional extra as I've seen that missing in other videos?

[@PlanetautoUK]

We’ll double check whether it’s an option, country specific or trim level, thank you

[@Ashmodai]

It's an option called Grip Control.

[@matkopecotic13]

I'm 2.04m tall. How much legroom is there for the driver? Central console seems a bit big.

[@PlanetautoUK]

There was ample for me at 6.3 best bets to check it, the console didn’t eat into any of my space, thank you *ben

[@rogeliobalderrama8406]

Yo me pregunto cuando llegara a buenos aires la rifter

[@PlanetautoUK]

No lo sabemos, los mantendremos informados.

[@xe2ac]

Great review ! We just have this vehicle in Mexico, unfortunately very stripped down versions

[@PlanetautoUK]

Thank you, yes trims and engines do vary from country to country.

[@jesserobertsvideos4741]

Ben at the start you should make that into a song also great car

[@antoniocepaj7544]

Nice driving in forest area :) I would like both of you together, to review a 1.5dci 2019/2020 Dacia Dokker Stepway (Prestige) :D Got another sub.

[@PlanetautoUK]

No chance of that sorry, Michael has moved on - Annabelle and I would love to review one though, thank you Antonio, great to hear you enjoyed it *B

[@antoniocepaj7544]

@@PlanetautoUK That's ok, can't wait to see what you two think about it. Happy Holidays from Croatia :)

[@PlanetautoUK]

@@antoniocepaj7544 awesome, and to you too, thank you *B

[@markstrugnell3544]

the Allure looks a good buy, but sat nav and grip control are both expensive optional extras

[@PlanetautoUK]

It is a lot of vehicle for the money, plenty of space and very economical. Advanced Grip Control & Connected 3D Navigation are £650 each.

[@jules9308]

You don't need the sat nav, just plug your phone in and use your Google Maps, or whatever, on the screen.

[@CosgroveNotts]

Just noticed the white pumps. lol......

[@alanlloyd8642]

good video

[@PlanetautoUK]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed the review. *ben

[@al3xandremagalhaes]

Is this the 5 seats version?

[@PlanetautoUK]

No it isn’t, thank you

[@MyBob1950]

Well thats it!

[@PlanetautoUK]

👍

[@autochampwandelen]

Nice video! I also did a video on the Rifter in my channel, and I must say whilst it is practical, spacious and stylish, the small steering wheel is annoying and the front grill with badge is fake! It's not a grill! But it's still good!

[@PlanetautoUK]

Glad you liked it. Will have to check out that front grille...*A

[@autochampwandelen]

@@PlanetautoUK Yeah, do check it out because I find it rather odd! It increased air resistance since it's vertical... It has no purpose than aesthetics. Otherwise I did praise it for being stylish!

[@timjefferson1886]

PSA needs to offer this as an EV; there seems to be enough space under the floor for a battery pack. Perhaps they could use a similar motor and battery pack as in the eCorsa (100 kW, 50 kWh, 205 mile range).

[@PlanetautoUK]

We’ve some new PSA vehicles coming from October including EV and hybrids, it may well be on the cards, we’ll have a look, it does make a lot of sense though, thank you.

[@jules9308]

There is an ev version of the Rifter, as there was with the Partner.

[@PlanetautoUK]

Yes we’ve just watched a review on one.

[@TheDajoca]

It looks great and I certainly want one, but 52mpg doesn't sound that fantastic given the stated figures from Peugeot.

[@PlanetautoUK]

Bear in mind Ben is Mr Leadfoot, and WLTP figures can easily be beaten if you drive economically unlike Ben he manages to ruin all fuel economy -

[@bossadave]

6.07 The Predator is staking you

[@PlanetautoUK]

😆

[@zane5598]

How did you find the gearbox? I have a '12 Berlingo as my runabout car. I find the 5 speed box to be a bit sloppy, I've had it checked and it's normal for the Citroen apparently. I've driven the Ford Tourneo and that gearbox is a lot nicer, can you tell me how this compares? Thanks.

[@PlanetautoUK]

Unfortunately we haven’t tested the full sized Ford Tourneo. However we found the gearbox absolutely fine, not sporty but wasn’t sloppy.

[@volt8684]

I prefer 5 speed cars and motorcycles if they have the correct gearing

[@PlanetautoUK]

It depends on the car. We like a 6 speed in the right car.

[@volt8684]

@@PlanetautoUKno need when speed limit is 70

[@PlanetautoUK]

6 is what used to be 5 or overdrive, eco, etc 5th is more than often the top speed more so 4th when floored, interesting view it’s 70mph, no, entirely dependant on what it’s used for.

[@CosgroveNotts]

Far too expensive for a van with seats

[@PlanetautoUK]

Thing is, it’s not actually a van, it’s an LAV, and there are multiple configurations you can get. *Annabelle

[@CosgroveNotts]

@@PlanetautoUK not sure what a LAV is? I only know two descriptions. One; light armoured vehicle and two; described as a lavatory.

[@PlanetautoUK]

Leisure Activity Vehicle, commonly referred to this class of vehicle, unlike the military class apc style vehicle or ‘bog’ *Annabelle

[@CosgroveNotts]

@@PlanetautoUK. Thanks for the information.. Cheers

[@jules9308]

It's actually more SUV than van, it's predecessor the Partner was more van like but still a great practical vehicle.

[@filipalopes2031]

The price is ridiculous. ..and it is ugly. ... SUV IT IS A BETTER CHOICE

[@PlanetautoUK]

The price is in keeping and this type of vehicle suits a lot of people and doesn’t ride as high as an SUV, mobility etc, horses for courses.

[@araiq]

Ugly car :D

[@PlanetautoUK]

It’s technically a van,