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Kia Picanto vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (68 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (15300 £ vs 22400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Renault Kangoo Compact Van?

Kia Picanto

5 (1 Reviews)
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Renault Kangoo Compact Van

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.

Kia Picanto has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15300 £, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van costs 22400 £. That’s a price difference of around 7140 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Kangoo Compact Van manages with 5.10 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.60 L. The difference is about 0.50 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 Renault Kangoo Compact Van has a decisively edge – offering 122 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 11.60 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.60 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van performs slight better – reaching 176 km/h, while the Kia Picanto tops out at 162 km/h. The difference is around 14 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Kangoo Compact Van pulls decisively stronger with 270 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 174 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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Kia Picanto is distinct lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1493 kg. The difference is around 369 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van performs clearly better – up to 4900 L, which is about 3890 L more than the Kia Picanto.

When it comes to payload, Renault Kangoo Compact Van significantly takes the win – 901 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 569 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Renault Kangoo Compact Van proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault Kangoo Compact Van is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £22,400
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Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 75 - 122 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 5.5 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.7 - 21.1 kWh
  • Electric Range : 261 - 290 km
Kia Picanto
Renault Kangoo Compact Van

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Kia Picanto

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Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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Renault Kangoo Compact Van

The Renault Kangoo is a practical, no-nonsense compact van that turns urban deliveries and weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly easy chore. Roomy for its size, comfortable to drive and brimming with smart storage solutions, it’s a sensible pick for anyone who needs honest utility without drama.

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Kia Picanto
Renault Kangoo Compact Van
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Costs and Consumption

Price
15300 - 19300 £
Price
22400 - 37000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 5.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
261 - 290 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
127 - 135 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1124 - 1131 kg
Curb weight
1493 - 1910 kg
Trunk capacity
255 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
3605 mm
Length
4486 - 4910 mm
Width
1595 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1485 mm
Height
1854 - 1864 mm
Max trunk capacity
1010 L
Max trunk capacity
3000 - 4900 L
Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
498 - 901 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
75 - 122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 18.9 s
Max Speed
160 - 162 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 176 km/h
Torque
96 Nm
Torque
230 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
55 - 90 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1461 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the Kia Picanto?

Available configurations include Front-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.