Compare performance (136 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 38,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Combo Cargo or Renault Trafic Bus?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Vauxhall Combo Cargo is considerably cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Renault Trafic Bus costs 38,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,799 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Combo Cargo uses 5.2 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Renault Trafic Bus with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.
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 Trafic Bus offers a bit more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Trafic Bus is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 10.6 s, while the Vauxhall Combo Cargo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo is barely faster – reaching 183 km/h, while the Renault Trafic Bus tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Trafic Bus delivers noticeably more torque with 380 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.
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 Trafic Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 6.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Combo Cargo is clearly lighter – 1,329 kg compared to 2,031 kg. The difference is around 702 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Renault Trafic Bus offers barely more capacity – up to 4,000 L, about 100 L more than the Vauxhall Combo Cargo.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo carries barely more – 991 kg compared to 982 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.
The Vauxhall Combo Cargo 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.
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.
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The Renault Trafic is a practical people-carrier that prefers sensible space and smart flexibility to showroom gloss, making it a top pick for families, shuttle operators or anyone ferrying a crowd without fuss. It’s comfortable, economical in everyday running and blessedly uncomplicated — not the most glamorous vehicle, but brilliantly dependable when you need it to be.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
22,400 - 34,800 £
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Price
38,200 - 54,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
354 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 143 g/km
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co2
175 - 189 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
53 - 61 L
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
2 - 6
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Seats
8 - 9
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,329 - 1,813 kg
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Curb weight
2,031 - 2,352 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4,401 - 4,751 mm
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Length
5,080 - 5,480 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Width
1,956 mm
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Height
1,820 - 1,825 mm
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Height
1,973 - 1,974 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 - 3,900 L
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Max trunk capacity
3,200 - 4,000 L
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Payload
611 - 991 kg
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Payload
718 - 982 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Power HP
110 - 170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.5 s
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Max Speed
135 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
161 - 174 km/h
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Power kW
81 - 125 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
Renault
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