Compare performance (122 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (22400 £ vs 27800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Kangoo Compact Van or VW Caddy?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Renault Kangoo Compact Van has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 22400 £ , while the VW Caddy costs 27800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5319 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Caddy manages with 0.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van with 5.10 L. The difference is about 4.60 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van performs clearly better – achieving up to 290 km, about 169 km more than the VW Caddy.
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 VW Caddy has a slightly edge – offering 150 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Caddy is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 11.40 s, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van takes 11.60 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Caddy performs barely noticeable better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van tops out at 176 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Caddy pulls a bit stronger with 320 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: VW Caddy offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Renault Kangoo Compact Van is minimal lighter – 1493 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 82 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van performs clearly perceptible better – up to 4900 L, which is about 1200 L more than the VW Caddy.
When it comes to payload, Renault Kangoo Compact Van clearly perceptible takes the win – 901 kg compared to 710 kg. That’s a difference of about 191 kg.
The VW Caddy is far ahead overall 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 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.
detailsThe VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
22400 - 37000 £
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Price
27800 - 45900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 5.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
261 - 290 km
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Electric Range
116 - 121 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
0 - 151 g/km
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co2
10 - 165 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1493 - 1910 kg
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Curb weight
1575 - 1998 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4486 - 4910 mm
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Length
4500 - 4853 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1854 - 1864 mm
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Height
1819 - 1860 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3000 - 4900 L
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Max trunk capacity
2556 - 3700 L
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Payload
498 - 901 kg
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Payload
501 - 710 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction 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, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
75 - 122 HP
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Power HP
102 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 18.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
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Max Speed
132 - 176 km/h
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Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
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Torque
230 - 270 Nm
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Torque
220 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
55 - 90 kW
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Power kW
75 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1461 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2022 - 2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
VW
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The Renault Kangoo Compact Van is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.