Compare performance (102 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Express or Mitsubishi Grandis?
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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Mitsubishi Grandis costs 25,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,066 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Grandis uses 4.3 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Renault Express with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.
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 Mitsubishi Grandis offers clearly more power – delivering 158 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 56 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Grandis is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mitsubishi Grandis delivers very slightly more torque with 265 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mitsubishi Grandis offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is only slightly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,359 kg. The difference is around 63 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries clearly more – 700 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 241 kg.
The Mitsubishi Grandis is clearly superior overall 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 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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The Mitsubishi Grandis is a no-nonsense MPV that hides a surprisingly sleek profile, making family duty look almost stylish. It’s spacious, easy to drive, and built to shrug off daily chaos, though the cabin feels dated and it prefers a relaxed cruise to any hot-hatch antics.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
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Price
25,200 - 35,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
121 - 149 g/km
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co2
98 - 138 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
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Curb weight
1,359 - 1,525 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
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Length
4,393 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,775 mm
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Width
1,797 mm
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Height
1,811 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
575 - 700 kg
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Payload
395 - 459 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Manual
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, 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
75 - 102 HP
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Power HP
140 - 158 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
200 - 240 Nm
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Torque
245 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
55 - 75 kW
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Power kW
104 - 116 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,333 - 1,789 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2021
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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