Vauxhall Combo Cargo vs Renault Trafic Transporter – Which car suits you better?

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

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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 22400 £, while the Renault Trafic Transporter costs 33200 £. That’s a price difference of around 10761 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Combo Cargo manages with 5.20 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Renault Trafic Transporter with 6.60 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Combo Cargo: with 17.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s distinct more efficient than the Renault Trafic Transporter with 21.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.80 kWh.

As for range, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo performs somewhat better – achieving up to 354 km, about 36 km more than the Renault Trafic Transporter.

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 Renault Trafic Transporter has a to a small extent edge – offering 170 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Trafic Transporter is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 10.80 s, while the Vauxhall Combo Cargo takes 11.20 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo performs minimal better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Renault Trafic Transporter tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Trafic Transporter pulls noticeable stronger with 380 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 6 people.

In curb weight, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo is distinct lighter – 1329 kg compared to 1848 kg. The difference is around 519 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Trafic Transporter performs significantly better – up to 8900 L, which is about 5000 L more than the Vauxhall Combo Cargo.

When it comes to payload, Renault Trafic Transporter to a small extent takes the win – 1222 kg compared to 991 kg. That’s a difference of about 231 kg.

All in all, the Renault Trafic Transporter shows itself to be offers a more balanced package and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.