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Jeep Renegade vs VW Polo – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Renegade or VW Polo?

Jeep Renegade

VW Polo

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.

VW Polo has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17000 £, while the Jeep Renegade costs 26700 £. That’s a price difference of around 9656 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Jeep Renegade manages with 2.10 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.10 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Jeep Renegade has a slightly edge – offering 240 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 33 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Jeep Renegade takes 7.10 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Polo performs somewhat better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Jeep Renegade tops out at 199 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Polo pulls noticeable stronger with 320 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Polo is distinct lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 277 kg.

Boot capacity is identical – both offer 351 L of storage.

In maximum load capacity, the Jeep Renegade performs slightly better – up to 1297 L, which is about 172 L more than the VW Polo.

When it comes to payload, Jeep Renegade a bit takes the win – 570 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 113 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Jeep Renegade proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Jeep Renegade is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Jeep Renegade
VW Polo

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Jeep Renegade

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 240 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.1 - 5.5 L
  • Electric Range : 36 km
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Jeep Renegade

The Jeep Renegade wears its chunky, boxy looks like a badge of character, blending genuine off-road swagger with city-friendly manners so it feels at home on a muddy trail or a tight urban lane. Inside you'll find a surprisingly practical cabin with rugged touches and clever storage, making it a sensible choice for buyers who want a compact SUV with personality rather than just another anonymous crossover.

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VW Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
26700 - 39200 £
Price
17000 - 30400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
36 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
48 - 125 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 48 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1420 - 1770 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1378 kg
Trunk capacity
330 - 351 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4236 mm
Length
4074 mm
Width
1805 mm
Width
1751 mm
Height
1684 - 1718 mm
Height
1431 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1277 - 1297 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 L
Payload
545 - 570 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 240 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
191 - 199 km/h
Max Speed
171 - 240 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 177 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1469 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Jeep
Brand
VW

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What drivetrain options does the Jeep Renegade have?

Available configurations include 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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