Peugeot e-Rifter Long 50 kWh

Overview

The Peugeot e-Rifter Long 50 kWh was a super practical, no-nonsense electric minivan designed for families needing maximum space and flexibility. Think of it as Europe's answer to a do-it-all van, but make it electric! This "Long" version stretches things out for even more room, packing a 50 kWh battery. Sadly for US folks, this versatile EV was never officially sold Stateside, and its production wrapped up in 2024. So, finding one new is off the table, and official US pricing isn't available. Its key trick was offering seating for up to seven and a cavernous cargo hold.

What's New for 2024?

For the 2024 model year, the Peugeot e-Rifter Long 50 kWh reached the end of its production road, marking its discontinuation. While the broader Rifter lineup saw a facelift announcement in late 2023 for 2024 models—promising updated styling, a new infotainment system, and even a slight range bump for some versions—the specifications for this particular "Long 50 kWh" trim, especially its 147-mile real-world range (calculated by Green Cars Compare), suggest it bowed out reflecting the capable, albeit earlier, iteration of its powertrain and features before these extensive updates were fully implemented across all discontinued variants.

Design & Exterior

The e-Rifter Long 50 kWh isn't shy about its van DNA, sporting a boxy but honest design that screams practicality over pizazz. It’s built to swallow people and gear! The "Long" in its name means you get an extended wheelbase for that extra interior volume. Key dimensions are a substantial 187.1 inches in length, a fairly trim 75.6 inches in width (excluding mirrors), and a lofty 74.1 inches in height, so watch out for low garage roofs. Sliding rear doors, a massive tailgate, and robust styling cues round out its purposeful look.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Inside the e-Rifter Long 50 kWh, it's all about space and utility. You can spec it with seating for five or even seven, making it a proper people-mover. The "Long" version really shines here, offering loads of legroom and headroom. Cargo? Oh yeah! You get a respectable 28.5 cubic feet in the trunk with all seats up, ballooning to an enormous 95.1 cubic feet with the seats tumbled. Sadly, no frunk for your charging cables. Expect a straightforward dash, likely with an 8-inch touchscreen handling infotainment, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Performance & Driving Experience

Don't expect Tesla-style ludicrous speed here; the e-Rifter Long 50 kWh is more about smooth, sensible progress. It’ll do the 0-60 mph dash in a leisurely 11.3 seconds. Power comes from a single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) up front, making it front-wheel drive. This motor churns out 100 kW (that’s about 134 horsepower) and a useful 192 lb-ft of torque, perfect for city schlepping. The ride is generally comfy, soaking up bumps well, and regenerative braking helps claw back some energy. It's an easy, undemanding drive with a top speed of 84 mph.

Range, Battery & Charging

The e-Rifter Long 50 kWh packs a 46.3 kWh usable battery. Green Cars Compare pegs its real-world range at 147 miles, with efficiency around 3.17 mi/kWh – decent for its van-like shape! At home, its standard 7.4 kW AC onboard charger fills it from empty in about 6.5 hours. On the road, it accepts up to 101 kW DC fast charging, hitting 10-80% in roughly 25-30 minutes. It features Europe’s CCS Type 2 port; US public DC charging would need an adapter, and AC charging a Type 2 to J1772 cable.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

Since the Peugeot e-Rifter wasn't sold in the US, official NHTSA crash test ratings aren't available, and the provided data doesn't list a Euro NCAP score for this specific trim. However, vehicles in this class typically come equipped with a suite of modern safety nannies. Expect essentials like automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist, and traffic sign recognition to be on the menu, though some might have been optional depending on the exact European spec. Driver attention alert and speed limiter functions were also common for Peugeots of this era.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

As the e-Rifter Long 50 kWh was never officially offered in the US, any Peugeot factory warranty wouldn't apply Stateside. In Europe, Peugeot typically offered a basic vehicle warranty for 2 or 3 years with unlimited mileage, and an 8-year/100,000-mile warranty for the battery (covering degradation to 70% capacity). Maintenance on EVs like this is generally lower than gas cars – no oil changes! However, items like tire rotations and brake fluid would still need attention. This model could tow up to 1653 lbs (braked).