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Renault Kangoo Compact Van vs VW Caddy Compact Van comparison

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

Renault Kangoo Compact Van vs VW Caddy Compact Van: Key differences

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
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VW Caddy Compact Van

  • moderately more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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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 only slightly cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the VW Caddy Compact Van costs 25,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 648 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy Compact Van uses 0.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van offers clearly more range – reaching up to 284 km, about 164 km more than the VW Caddy Compact Van.

Caddy Compact Van

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 VW Caddy Compact Van offers moderately more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Caddy Compact Van delivers somewhat more torque with 320 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

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.

Seats: Renault Kangoo Compact Van offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is moderately lighter – 1,442 kg compared to 1,639 kg. The difference is around 197 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van carries slightly more – 901 kg compared to 759 kg. That’s a difference of about 142 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy Compact Van is clearly superior 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.

from £25,800
Caddy Compact Van

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 117 - 120 km
Renault Kangoo Compact Van
VW Caddy Compact Van

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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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VW Caddy Compact Van

The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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Renault Kangoo Compact Van
VW Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,200 - 37,000 £
Price
25,800 - 42,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 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
117 - 120 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
11 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,639 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
1,442 - 1,818 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
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Height
1,819 - 1,823 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 3,700 L
Payload
670 - 901 kg
Payload
628 - 759 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Manual, 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 122 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 14.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Torque
245 - 270 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 90 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
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