Compare performance (102 HP vs 299 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 37,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Express or VW ID.5?
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 considerably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the VW ID.5 costs 37,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,040 £.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the VW ID.5 offers significantly more power – delivering 299 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 5.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.5 delivers considerably more torque with 545 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 305 Nm more.
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 ID.5 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is substantially lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 2,051 kg. The difference is around 755 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries clearly more – 700 kg compared to 552 kg. That’s a difference of about 148 kg.
The VW ID.5 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.
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 ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.
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Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
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Price
37,200 - 49,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
436 - 571 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 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
2,051 - 2,204 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
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Width
1,775 mm
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Width
1,852 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
529 - 552 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
75 - 102 HP
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Power HP
190 - 299 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 8.4 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
310 - 545 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
55 - 75 kW
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Power kW
140 - 220 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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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
A
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
VW
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