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Ford Transit Connect vs Renault Express – Which model is better for everyday use?

Two cars, one duel: Ford Transit Connect meets Renault Express.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Ford Transit Connect

Renault Express

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Express has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £, while the Ford Transit Connect costs 26700 £. That’s a price difference of around 9599 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Transit Connect manages with 0.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Renault Express with 4.60 L. The difference is about 4.10 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Transit Connect has a distinct edge – offering 150 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Transit Connect is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 11.40 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.90 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Transit Connect performs slightly better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Renault Express tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 19 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Transit Connect pulls evident stronger with 350 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Ford Transit Connect offers decisively more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Renault Express is a bit lighter – 1296 kg compared to 1477 kg. The difference is around 181 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Transit Connect performs slightly better – up to 3700 L, which is about 400 L more than the Renault Express.

When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Connect slightly takes the win – 792 kg compared to 700 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Ford Transit Connect shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Ford Transit Connect
Renault Express

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Ford Transit Connect

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 5.8 L
  • Electric Range : 118 km
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Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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Renault Express

The Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
26700 - 41500 £
Price
17100 - 19500 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 5.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
118 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
11 - 153 g/km
co2
121 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
2
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1477 - 1866 kg
Curb weight
1296 - 1390 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4500 - 4868 mm
Length
4393 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1775 mm
Height
1856 - 1860 mm
Height
1811 mm
Max trunk capacity
2500 - 3700 L
Max trunk capacity
3300 L
Payload
602 - 792 kg
Payload
575 - 700 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Power HP
75 - 102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
Torque
280 - 350 Nm
Torque
200 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Power kW
55 - 75 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Ford
Brand
Renault

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What drive types are available for the Ford Transit Connect?

The Ford Transit Connect is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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