Renault Express vs VW Caddy - Differences and prices compared

Q: What is the maximum horsepower of the Renault Express?

Up to 102 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

Q: What are the consumption figures for the Renault Express in liters per 100 km?

On average, the Renault Express consumes 4.60 L.

Q: What is the top speed of the Renault Express?

Depending on the model, top speed is 167 km/h.

Q: What are the dimensions of the Renault Express?

Length 4393 mm, width 1775 mm, height 1811 mm – those are the dimensions of the Renault Express.

Q: Is the VW Caddy offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

Q: How much power does the VW Caddy deliver on the road?

The VW Caddy reaches a peak output of 150 HP, depending on the model.

Q: What is the fuel consumption of the VW Caddy according to the manufacturer?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 0.50 L.

Q: How far can the VW Caddy go on a full charge?

According to WLTP, the VW Caddy can travel up to 121 km on a single charge.

Q: How many kWh does the VW Caddy’s battery hold?

The VW Caddy comes with a 19.70 kWh battery.

Compare performance (102 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (17100 £ vs 27800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Express or VW Caddy?

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Renault Express

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Express has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £, while the VW Caddy costs 27800 £. That’s a price difference of around 10634 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Caddy manages with 0.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Renault Express with 4.60 L. The difference is about 4.10 L per 100 km.

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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 VW Caddy has a noticeable edge – offering 150 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Caddy is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 11.40 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.90 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Caddy performs somewhat better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Renault Express tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 19 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Caddy pulls noticeable stronger with 320 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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: VW Caddy offers decisively more seating capacity – 7 vs 2.

In curb weight, Renault Express is distinct lighter – 1296 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 279 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy performs slightly better – up to 3700 L, which is about 400 L more than the Renault Express.

When it comes to payload, VW Caddy minimal takes the win – 710 kg compared to 700 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Caddy shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £27,800

VW Caddy

Price : 27800 - 45900 £
Body Type : High Roof Estate
Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail : Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.9 L
Electric Range : 116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity : 19.70 kWh
Seats : 5 - 7
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 11.4 - 14 s
Model Year : 2024
Max Speed : 173 - 186 km/h
Torque : 220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 5
Model : Caddy
Modell : Caddy 1.5 TSI OPF, Caddy 2.0 TDI SCR, Caddy Maxi 1.5 TSI OPF, Caddy Maxi 2.0 TDI SCR, Caddy California 1.5 TSI OPF, Caddy California 2.0 TDI SCR, Caddy California Maxi 1.5 TSI OPF, Caddy 1.5 TSI eHybrid OPF, Caddy Maxi 1.5 TSI eHybrid OPF, Caddy California Maxi 2.0 TDI SCR
CO2 Efficiency Class : E, F, B
Trim Level : Dark Label, Dark Label DSG, DSG, EDITION, EDITION DSG, Flexible, Flexible DSG, GOAL, GOAL DSG, Life, Life DSG, PAN AMERICANA, PAN AMERICANA DSG, Style, Style DSG, Flexible 4MOTION, 4MOTION, Life 4MOTION, EDITION 4MOTION, Dark Label 4MOTION, GOAL 4MOTION, Style 4MOTION, PAN AMERICANA 4MOTION
Power kW : 75 - 110 kW
co2 : 10 - 165 g/km
Engine capacity : 1498 - 1968 cm3
Curb weight : 1575 - 1998 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 50 L
Length : 4500 - 4853 mm
Width : 1855 mm
Height : 1819 - 1860 mm
Brand : VW
Max trunk capacity : 2556 - 3700 L
Payload : 501 - 710 kg

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Renault Express

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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VW Caddy

The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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Renault Express

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Costs and Consumption
Price 17100 - 19500 £	Price 27800 - 45900 £
Consumption L/100km 4.6 - 6.6 L	Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range -	Electric Range 116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity 19.70 kWh
co2 121 - 149 g/km	co2 10 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 50 L	Fuel tank capacity 50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Cargo Van	Body Type High Roof Estate
Seats 2	Seats 5 - 7
Doors 4	Doors 5
Curb weight 1296 - 1390 kg	Curb weight 1575 - 1998 kg
Trunk capacity -	Trunk capacity -
Length 4393 mm	Length 4500 - 4853 mm
Width 1775 mm	Width 1855 mm
Height 1811 mm	Height 1819 - 1860 mm
Max trunk capacity 3300 L	Max trunk capacity 2556 - 3700 L
Payload 575 - 700 kg	Payload 501 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Diesel, Petrol	Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Manuel	Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox	Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 75 - 102 HP	Power HP 102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 11.9 - 16.3 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 11.4 - 14 s
Max Speed 100 - 167 km/h	Max Speed 173 - 186 km/h
Torque 200 - 240 Nm	Torque 220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 55 - 75 kW	Power kW 75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity 1332 - 1461 cm3	Engine capacity 1498 - 1968 cm3