Compare performance (102 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Express or Subaru Crosstrek?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Renault Express is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,780 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Express uses 4.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 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 Subaru Crosstrek offers clearly more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Crosstrek is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 10.8 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Express delivers noticeably more torque with 240 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 58 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Subaru Crosstrek offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is markedly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 299 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries clearly more – 700 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.
The Renault Express is far ahead 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 Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.
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Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
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Price
29,900 - 35,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.7 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
174 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
1,595 - 1,628 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
315 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
1,800 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
472 - 505 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
75 - 102 HP
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Power HP
136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 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
182 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
100 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2021
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
Subaru
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