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Renault Kangoo Compact Van vs Toyota RAV4 comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Kangoo Compact Van or Toyota RAV4?

Renault Kangoo Compact Van vs Toyota RAV4: Key differences

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • moderately lighter

Toyota RAV4

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Kangoo Compact Van

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 Kangoo Compact Van is significantly cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Toyota RAV4 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,694 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van offers clearly more range – reaching up to 290 km, about 215 km more than the Toyota RAV4.

RAV4

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota RAV4 offers substantially more power – delivering 306 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 184 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van takes 11.6 s. That’s about 5.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Toyota RAV4 is only slightly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van tops out at 176 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.

Kangoo Compact Van

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Kangoo Compact Van is moderately lighter – 1,493 kg compared to 1,745 kg. The difference is around 252 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van offers substantially more capacity – up to 4,900 L, about 3,210 L more than the Toyota RAV4.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van carries markedly more – 901 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 301 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 is decisively ahead 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.

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RAV4

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 75 km
Renault Kangoo Compact Van
Toyota RAV4

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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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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.

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Renault Kangoo Compact Van
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,400 - 37,000 £
Price
35,100 - 55,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
270 - 290 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
22 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,493 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
1,745 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Length
4,486 - 4,910 mm
Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,854 - 1,864 mm
Height
1,685 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,300 - 4,900 L
Max trunk capacity
1,604 - 1,690 L
Payload
498 - 901 kg
Payload
390 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 122 HP
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 18.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
132 - 176 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 270 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
55 - 90 kW
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Renault
Brand
Toyota
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