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Nissan Interstar vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (34,900 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or Renault Kangoo Compact Van?

Nissan Interstar vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van: Key differences

Nissan Interstar

  • visibly more power
  • markedly more electric range

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly lighter

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

Interstar

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Renault Kangoo Compact Van is considerably cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Nissan Interstar costs 34,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,495 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Kangoo Compact Van uses 5.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Nissan Interstar with 7.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Nissan Interstar offers markedly more range – reaching up to 410 km, about 120 km more than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van.

Kangoo Compact Van

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 Nissan Interstar offers visibly more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Nissan Interstar is only slightly faster – reaching 177 km/h, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van tops out at 176 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Interstar delivers markedly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

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: Nissan Interstar offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Kangoo Compact Van is visibly lighter – 1,493 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 560 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Nissan Interstar offers substantially more capacity – up to 13,000 L, about 8,100 L more than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries noticeably more – 1,447 kg compared to 901 kg. That’s a difference of about 546 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Interstar holds a decisive overall lead 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 £34,900
Interstar

Nissan Interstar

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 105 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.4 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 175 - 410 km
Nissan Interstar
Renault Kangoo Compact Van

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Nissan Interstar

The Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.

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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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Nissan Interstar
Renault Kangoo Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,900 - 55,700 £
Price
22,400 - 37,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
175 - 410 km
Electric Range
270 - 290 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 195 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3 - 7
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,535 kg
Curb weight
1,493 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,685 - 6,315 mm
Length
4,486 - 4,910 mm
Width
2,080 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
2,498 mm
Height
1,854 - 1,864 mm
Max trunk capacity
10,800 - 13,000 L
Max trunk capacity
3,300 - 4,900 L
Payload
965 - 1,447 kg
Payload
498 - 901 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
105 - 170 HP
Power HP
75 - 122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 18.9 s
Max Speed
115 - 177 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 176 km/h
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
230 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
77 - 125 kW
Power kW
55 - 90 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Renault
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