Compare performance (136 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (24800 £ vs 17100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Combo or Renault Express?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Renault Express has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £ , while the Vauxhall Combo costs 24800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7723 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Express manages with 4.60 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Vauxhall Combo with 5.50 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.
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 Vauxhall Combo has a evident edge – offering 136 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Combo is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 11.30 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.90 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Combo performs slight better – reaching 184 km/h, while the Renault Express tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Combo pulls a bit stronger with 300 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.
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: Vauxhall Combo offers clearly more seating capacity – 7 vs 2.
In curb weight, Renault Express is slightly lighter – 1296 kg compared to 1530 kg. The difference is around 234 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Express performs slightly better – up to 3300 L, which is about 607 L more than the Vauxhall Combo.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Combo a bit takes the win – 840 kg compared to 700 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.
The Vauxhall Combo sits 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.
The Opel Combo is a hardworking and surprisingly polished small van that blends van-like practicality with car-like comfort, making it a sensible choice for families and tradespeople who need versatility without fuss. It may not grab attention on the style front, but clever packaging and a levelheaded approach mean you spend more time getting things done and less time worrying about compromise.
detailsThe Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.
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Price
24800 - 36500 £
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Price
17100 - 19500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 18.8 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
333 - 345 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 - 155 g/km
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co2
121 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
53 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
2
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1530 - 1922 kg
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Curb weight
1296 - 1390 kg
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Trunk capacity
597 - 850 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4410 - 4760 mm
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Length
4393 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Width
1775 mm
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Height
1812 - 1818 mm
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Height
1811 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2126 - 2693 L
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Max trunk capacity
3300 L
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Payload
430 - 840 kg
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Payload
575 - 700 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual 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
75 - 102 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.30 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Max Speed
135 - 184 km/h
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
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Torque
250 - 300 Nm
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Torque
200 - 240 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Power kW
55 - 75 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2021
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
Renault
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.