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Ford Transit Connect vs Renault Kangoo – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Ford Transit Connect or Renault Kangoo?

Ford Transit Connect

Renault Kangoo

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 Kangoo has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the Ford Transit Connect costs 26700 £. That’s a price difference of around 3667 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Transit Connect manages with 0.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Renault Kangoo with 5.20 L. The difference is about 4.70 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Renault Kangoo performs convincingly better – achieving up to 285 km, about 167 km more than the Ford Transit Connect.

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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 somewhat edge – offering 150 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Transit Connect is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 11.40 s, while the Renault Kangoo takes 11.60 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Transit Connect performs barely noticeable better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Renault Kangoo tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 2 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Transit Connect pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 350 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Renault Kangoo offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Ford Transit Connect is minimal lighter – 1477 kg compared to 1585 kg. The difference is around 108 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Transit Connect performs to a small extent better – up to 3700 L, which is about 650 L more than the Renault Kangoo.

When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Connect noticeable takes the win – 792 kg compared to 609 kg. That’s a difference of about 183 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Ford Transit Connect shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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 Kangoo

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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 Kangoo

The Renault Kangoo is the pragmatic chameleon of small vans, marrying van-like practicality with carlike comfort and a cheerful, friendly face that suits both family runs and workday hauls. It's sensible, versatile and annoyingly useful — easy to live with, cheap to run and clever where it counts, so you get more space and fewer compromises than the price suggests.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
26700 - 41500 £
Price
23100 - 36200 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 5.8 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
20.2 - 21.5 kWh
Electric Range
118 km
Electric Range
278 - 285 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
11 - 153 g/km
co2
0 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1477 - 1866 kg
Curb weight
1585 - 2041 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
500 - 950 L
Length
4500 - 4868 mm
Length
4486 - 4911 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1860 - 1919 mm
Height
1856 - 1860 mm
Height
1838 - 1869 mm
Max trunk capacity
2500 - 3700 L
Max trunk capacity
1296 - 3050 L
Payload
602 - 792 kg
Payload
400 - 609 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Power HP
95 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Max Speed
130 - 184 km/h
Torque
280 - 350 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2022 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
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.

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