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Renault Kangoo Compact Van vs VW Amarok comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Kangoo Compact Van or VW Amarok?

Renault Kangoo Compact Van vs VW Amarok: Key differences

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly lighter

VW Amarok

  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

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

Kangoo Compact Van

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Kangoo Compact Van is substantially cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the VW Amarok costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,797 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Kangoo Compact Van uses 5.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the VW Amarok with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

Amarok

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Amarok offers substantially more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 118 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Amarok is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van takes 11.6 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Amarok is barely faster – reaching 190 km/h, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van tops out at 176 km/h. The difference is around 14 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Amarok delivers significantly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 330 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, Renault Kangoo Compact Van is significantly lighter – 1,493 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 769 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries only slightly more – 983 kg compared to 901 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Amarok is narrowly 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.

from £43,200
Amarok

VW Amarok

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 240 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
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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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The VW Amarok is a surprisingly refined pickup that blends rugged capability with car-like comfort, feeling equally at home on a worksite or a weekend escape. Practical, well‑mannered and a little bit charismatic, it’s a smart choice for buyers who need honest utility without sacrificing everyday drivability — and yes, it can be oddly addictive to drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,400 - 37,000 £
Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
270 - 290 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
226 - 270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,493 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,486 - 4,910 mm
Length
5,350 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
1,854 - 1,864 mm
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,300 - 4,900 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
498 - 901 kg
Payload
883 - 983 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 122 HP
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 18.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
132 - 176 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
230 - 270 Nm
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
55 - 90 kW
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Renault Kangoo Compact Van have?

The Renault Kangoo Compact Van is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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