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Renault Kangoo Compact Van vs Fiat 500 comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 118 HP), boot space and price (25,200 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Kangoo Compact Van or Fiat 500?

Renault Kangoo Compact Van vs Fiat 500: Key differences

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • only slightly more power
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Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • considerably more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Kangoo Compact Van

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Fiat 500 is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van costs 25,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,039 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat 500 uses 5.2 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is considerably more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 20.5 kWh/100km for the Renault Kangoo Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 7.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Fiat 500 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 331 km, about 47 km more than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van.

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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 Renault Kangoo Compact Van offers only slightly more power – delivering 122 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Fiat 500 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van takes 12.3 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Kangoo Compact Van delivers a bit more torque with 270 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Kangoo Compact Van

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Renault Kangoo Compact Van offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is clearly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,639 kg. The difference is around 509 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van carries significantly more – 901 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 576 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat 500 has the upper hand 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.

from £17,100
500

Fiat 500

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 65 - 118 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 190 - 331 km
Renault Kangoo Compact Van
Fiat 500

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Renault Kangoo Compact Van

The Renault Kangoo is a practical, no-nonsense compact van that turns urban deliveries and weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly easy chore. Roomy for its size, comfortable to drive and brimming with smart storage solutions, it’s a sensible pick for anyone who needs honest utility without drama.

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Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.

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Renault Kangoo Compact Van
Fiat 500

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,200 - 37,000 £
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
279 - 284 km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
0 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,639 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
670 - 901 kg
Payload
250 - 325 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 122 HP
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 14.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
245 - 270 Nm
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
70 - 90 kW
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Renault
Brand
Fiat
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