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Vauxhall Vivaro vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Vivaro or Renault Kangoo Compact Van?

Vauxhall Vivaro vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van: Key differences

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • noticeably more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably more efficient
  • a bit lighter

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

Vivaro

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Kangoo Compact Van is considerably cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Vauxhall Vivaro costs 33,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,761 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Kangoo Compact Van uses 5.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Vauxhall Vivaro with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van is noticeably more efficient: consuming 18.7 kWh/100km compared to 23.6 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Vivaro. That’s a difference of about 4.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Vivaro offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 352 km, about 62 km more than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van.

Kangoo Compact Van

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Vivaro offers noticeably more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Vivaro is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 10.5 s, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van takes 11.6 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van is noticeably faster – reaching 176 km/h, while the Vauxhall Vivaro tops out at 130 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Vivaro delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Vauxhall Vivaro offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Kangoo Compact Van is a bit lighter – 1,493 kg compared to 1,722 kg. The difference is around 229 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Vivaro offers a bit more capacity – up to 6,100 L, about 1,200 L more than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Vivaro carries visibly more – 1,226 kg compared to 901 kg. That’s a difference of about 325 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Vivaro 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 £33,200
Vivaro

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.2 - 6.5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 23.6 - 24 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 221 - 352 km
Vauxhall Vivaro
Renault Kangoo Compact Van

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Vauxhall Vivaro

The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.

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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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Vauxhall Vivaro
Renault Kangoo Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,200 - 52,500 £
Price
22,400 - 37,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
23.6 - 24 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
221 - 352 km
Electric Range
270 - 290 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 172 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,260 kg
Curb weight
1,493 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,980 - 5,330 mm
Length
4,486 - 4,910 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,895 - 1,935 mm
Height
1,854 - 1,864 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,200 - 6,100 L
Max trunk capacity
3,300 - 4,900 L
Payload
840 - 1,226 kg
Payload
498 - 901 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Power HP
75 - 122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 14.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 18.9 s
Max Speed
130 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 176 km/h
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Torque
230 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Power kW
55 - 90 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3

General

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