FIAT DOBLO

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PEUGEOT RIFTER

The basic structure is the same, but the interior and exterior designs are different, and there is also a glass roof.

Let’s compare the Fiat Doblo and Peugeot Rifter, which share a platform. Both cars underwent minor changes at almost the same time, with changes to the interior and exterior design and enhanced driver assistance functions. There are no changes to the body size or interior dimensions, and since both the Doblo and Rifter are siblings with the same basic structure, there is almost no difference in comfort or loading capacity.

However, it can be said that the Lifter, which is equipped with a panoramic glass roof, has a more open feeling inside the car. The appearance of the two cars is very different, and while the Doblo’s exterior has a clean impression, the Lifter is equipped with fender moldings, giving it an SUV-like atmosphere.

Fiat Doblo

Body size = Length 4405mm x Width 1850mm x Height 1825mm

Wheelbase = 2785mm

Vehicle weight = 1560kg

Tire size = 205/60R16

Peugeot Rifter GT

Body size = Total length 4405mm x Total width 1850mm x Total height 1855mm

Wheelbase = 2785mm

Vehicle weight = 1630kg

Tire size = 215/60R17

The powertrain is the same, but minor differences in equipment affect the ride quality.

Both the Doblo and the Lifter are equipped with the same 1.5-liter inline 4-cylinder diesel engine and 8-speed automatic transmission, so the powertrain specifications are exactly the same. However, the Lifter is 70 kg heavier and has a panoramic roof with a higher center of gravity, so the Doblo will likely have a more nimble feel when driving.

That’s not the only difference. The Rifter’s steering wheel diameter is smaller, which also creates a difference in steering feel. Furthermore, the Rifter, which is fitted with one size larger tires and wheels, has a slightly higher overall height and ground clearance, which means the seating position is also higher compared to the Doblo. In addition, the difference in tire outer diameter and unsprung weight, although slight, is likely to make a difference in ride comfort, etc.

Fiat Doblo

Engine type = Inline 4-cylinder DOHC Diesel

Displacement = 1498cc

Maximum output = 130PS/3750rpm

Maximum torque = 300Nm/1750rpm

Transmission = 8-speed AT

Drive system = FWD

Peugeot Rifter GT

Engine type = Inline 4-cylinder DOHC Diesel

Displacement = 1498cc

Maximum output = 130PS/3750rpm

Maximum torque = 300Nm/1750rpm

Transmission = 8-speed AT

Drive system = FWD

The Dobro and Lifter are the most different of the three brothers.

Of the three Stellantis minivans, the Doblo is the cheapest in base grade, while the Rifter is the most expensive. The price difference is a whopping 500,000 yen. In addition to being equipped with large wheels and a glass roof, the Rifter’s instrument panel features Peugeot’s “I-COCKPIT” design, which places the meters high on the dashboard to reduce eye movement while driving, making it a big difference from the Doblo.

The basic functions and performance of both cars are almost the same, so if you want to keep costs down, choose the Doblo, and if you want a special atmosphere, choose the Rifter.