Compare performance (102 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Express or Renault Kangoo Compact Van?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Renault Express is visibly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van costs 22,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,315 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Express uses 4.6 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.
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 Renault Kangoo Compact Van offers a bit more power – delivering 122 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 11.6 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van is barely faster – reaching 176 km/h, while the Renault Express tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Kangoo Compact Van delivers moderately more torque with 270 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Renault Kangoo Compact Van offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is moderately lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,493 kg. The difference is around 197 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van offers noticeably more capacity – up to 4,900 L, about 1,600 L more than the Renault Express.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van carries visibly more – 901 kg compared to 700 kg. That’s a difference of about 201 kg.
The Renault Kangoo Compact Van 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 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
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Price
22,400 - 37,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 5.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 20.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
270 - 290 km
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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
0 - 151 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
2
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
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Curb weight
1,493 - 1,910 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4,393 mm
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Length
4,486 - 4,910 mm
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Width
1,775 mm
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Width
1,860 mm
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Height
1,811 mm
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Height
1,854 - 1,864 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 - 4,900 L
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Payload
575 - 700 kg
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Payload
498 - 901 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction 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
75 - 122 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 18.9 s
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
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Max Speed
132 - 176 km/h
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Torque
200 - 240 Nm
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Torque
230 - 270 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
55 - 90 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,461 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,021
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
Renault
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