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Renault Express vs VW T-Cross - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (102 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (17100 £ vs 21400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Express or VW T-Cross?

Renault Express

VW T-Cross

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

T-Cross

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Renault Express has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £ , while the VW T-Cross costs 21400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4269 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Express manages with 4.60 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the VW T-Cross with 5.40 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

T-Cross

Engine and Performance:

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 T-Cross has a clearly perceptible 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 T-Cross is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 8.40 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.90 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW T-Cross pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 250 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.

T-Cross

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: VW T-Cross offers significantly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, VW T-Cross is hardly perceptible lighter – 1267 kg compared to 1296 kg. The difference is around 29 kg.

When it comes to payload, Renault Express distinct takes the win – 700 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 220 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW T-Cross holds a decisive overall lead 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.

Renault Express
VW T-Cross

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T-Cross

VW T-Cross

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.4 - 6 L

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 T-Cross

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The VW T-Cross turns everyday practicality into a style statement, offering a roomy-feeling cabin, clever storage and playful design that suits town life and family duties alike. On the road it's composed and relaxed, rewarding buyers who want the raised seating and confident presence of an SUV without the weighty compromises.

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Renault Express
VW T-Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
17100 - 19500 £
Price
21400 - 32000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
121 - 149 g/km
co2
124 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1296 - 1390 kg
Curb weight
1267 - 1338 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
4393 mm
Length
-
Width
1775 mm
Width
1784 mm
Height
1811 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3300 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 - 700 kg
Payload
463 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
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
Power HP
75 - 102 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 240 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
55 - 75 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2021
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
Is the Renault Express offered with different drivetrains?

The Renault Express is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.