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Mercedes GLS vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (404 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (92,700 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLS or Renault Kangoo Compact Van?

Mercedes GLS vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van: Key differences

Mercedes GLS

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

GLS

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Kangoo Compact Van is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 92,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 67,489 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Kangoo Compact Van uses 5.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

Kangoo Compact Van

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 Mercedes GLS offers considerably more power – delivering 404 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 282 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLS is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van takes 12.3 s. That’s about 6.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLS delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 480 Nm more.

GLS

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.

Seats: Mercedes GLS offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Kangoo Compact Van is clearly lighter – 1,639 kg compared to 2,580 kg. The difference is around 941 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van carries very slightly more – 901 kg compared to 820 kg. That’s a difference of about 81 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Kangoo Compact Van comes out clearly ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £25,200
Kangoo Compact Van

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 122 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 20.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 279 - 284 km
Mercedes GLS
Renault Kangoo Compact Van

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Mercedes GLS

The GLS — usually just called the GLS — is Mercedes' flagship SUV, wrapping limousine-like comfort and commanding road presence into a smart, family-ready package. It pampers occupants with a hushed cabin, premium materials and intuitive tech, while still managing to feel confident and a little indulgent on the daily commute.

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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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Mercedes GLS
Renault Kangoo Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
92,700 - 104,600 £
Price
25,200 - 37,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
279 - 284 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
206 - 226 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
7
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,580 - 2,670 kg
Curb weight
1,639 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
810 - 820 kg
Payload
670 - 901 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 404 HP
Power HP
95 - 122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 14.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
245 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
247 - 297 kW
Power kW
70 - 90 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
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