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Jeep Renegade vs VW T-Cross – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW T-Cross has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21100 £, while the Jeep Renegade costs 26700 £. That’s a price difference of around 5580 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Jeep Renegade manages with 2.10 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the VW T-Cross with 5.40 L. The difference is about 3.30 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Jeep Renegade has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 240 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 90 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Renegade is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 7.10 s, while the VW T-Cross takes 8.40 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW T-Cross performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Jeep Renegade tops out at 199 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW T-Cross pulls barely noticeable stronger with 250 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 10 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW T-Cross is a bit lighter – 1267 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 153 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW T-Cross offers distinct more room – 455 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Jeep Renegade performs barely noticeable better – up to 1297 L, which is about 16 L more than the VW T-Cross.

When it comes to payload, Jeep Renegade somewhat takes the win – 570 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £26,700
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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

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 T-Cross

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The VW T-Cross turns everyday practicality into a style statement, offering a roomy-feeling cabin, clever storage and playful design that suits town life and family duties alike. On the road it's composed and relaxed, rewarding buyers who want the raised seating and confident presence of an SUV without the weighty compromises.

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Jeep Renegade
VW T-Cross
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Costs and Consumption

Price
26700 - 39200 £
Price
21100 - 31500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
36 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
48 - 125 g/km
co2
124 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 48 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1420 - 1770 kg
Curb weight
1267 - 1338 kg
Trunk capacity
330 - 351 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
4236 mm
Length
4127 mm
Width
1805 mm
Width
1784 mm
Height
1684 - 1718 mm
Height
1573 mm
Max trunk capacity
1277 - 1297 L
Max trunk capacity
1281 L
Payload
545 - 570 kg
Payload
463 - 480 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
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
191 - 199 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 200 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 177 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1469 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

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