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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
17100 - 19500 £
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Price
21400 - 32000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 L
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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
124 - 136 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
1296 - 1390 kg
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Curb weight
1267 - 1338 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
4393 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1775 mm
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Width
1784 mm
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Height
1811 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
3300 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
575 - 700 kg
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Payload
463 - 480 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol
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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
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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
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 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
175 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
55 - 75 kW
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2021
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
VW
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The Renault Express is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.