VS

Vauxhall Combo Cargo vs Renault Austral comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 148 HP), boot space and price (27,100 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Combo Cargo or Renault Austral?

Vauxhall Combo Cargo vs Renault Austral: Key differences

Vauxhall Combo Cargo

  • somewhat cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • a bit lighter
details

Renault Austral

4.9 (5 Reviews)
rate
  • barely more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
details

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Combo Cargo

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.

Vauxhall Combo Cargo is somewhat cheaper – starting at 27,100 £ , while the Renault Austral costs 29,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,782 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Combo Cargo uses 5.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Renault Austral with 6.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

Austral

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 Renault Austral offers barely more power – delivering 148 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Austral is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 9.9 s, while the Vauxhall Combo Cargo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Combo Cargo delivers marginally more torque with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 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: Renault Austral offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Combo Cargo is a bit lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,548 kg. The difference is around 177 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo carries substantially more – 781 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 326 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Combo Cargo stands well ahead of its rival 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 £27,100
Combo Cargo

Vauxhall Combo Cargo

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 354 km
Vauxhall Combo Cargo
Renault Austral

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

Vauxhall Combo Cargo

The Opel Combo Cargo is a pragmatic workhorse that pairs sensible practicality with surprisingly car-like manners, making it a smart choice for small businesses and weekend DIYers. With clever storage, easy access and a calm cabin that keeps the focus on the job, it turns daily deliveries and errands into something almost enjoyable.

details

Renault Austral

The Renault Austral is a stylish, well-built crossover that blends a comfortable ride with a spacious, modern cabin. It combines everyday-friendly refinement and contemporary technology with a focus on safety and practicality, making it a sensible choice for drivers who want an all-round family car.

details
Vauxhall Combo Cargo
Renault Austral

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,100 - 34,800 £
Price
29,900 - 34,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
354 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 143 g/km
co2
145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,674 kg
Curb weight
1,548 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
555 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
645 - 781 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
148 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Torque
270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
109 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Renault
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.