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Renault Kangoo Compact Van vs SEAT Ibiza comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (25,200 £ vs 16,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Kangoo Compact Van or SEAT Ibiza?

Renault Kangoo Compact Van vs SEAT Ibiza: Key differences

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

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SEAT Ibiza

  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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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.

SEAT Ibiza is clearly cheaper – starting at 16,800 £ , while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van costs 25,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,331 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Ibiza uses 5 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Ibiza

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 SEAT Ibiza offers slightly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Ibiza is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van takes 12.3 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Kangoo Compact Van delivers barely more torque with 270 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Kangoo Compact Van

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Ibiza is considerably lighter – 1,111 kg compared to 1,639 kg. The difference is around 528 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van carries substantially more – 901 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 379 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Ibiza holds a solid 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.

from £16,800
Ibiza

SEAT Ibiza

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.7 L/100km
Renault Kangoo Compact Van
SEAT Ibiza

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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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SEAT Ibiza

The SEAT Ibiza is a cheeky, well-priced hatchback that blends sharp styling with a grown-up driving character, making it a smart choice for city commuters who still want a bit of fun. Inside it's practical and neatly finished, with sensible kit and easygoing manners that make everyday life less fussy — a car that doesn't try too hard but gets the job done with a smile.

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Renault Kangoo Compact Van
SEAT Ibiza

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,200 - 37,000 £
Price
16,800 - 28,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
279 - 284 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
114 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,639 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
1,111 - 1,231 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
355 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
670 - 901 kg
Payload
489 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 122 HP
Power HP
80 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 14.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 15.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
245 - 270 Nm
Torque
95 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
70 - 90 kW
Power kW
59 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General

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