Compare performance (130 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (25,700 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Kangoo or Toyota Prius?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Renault Kangoo is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,700 £ , while the Toyota Prius costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,706 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Renault Kangoo with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Renault Kangoo offers significantly more range – reaching up to 285 km, about 199 km more than the Toyota Prius.
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 Toyota Prius offers substantially more power – delivering 223 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 93 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Prius is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Renault Kangoo takes 11.6 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Toyota Prius is markedly faster – reaching 177 km/h, while the Renault Kangoo tops out at 135 km/h. The difference is around 42 km/h.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Renault Kangoo offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Kangoo is only slightly lighter – 1,489 kg compared to 1,620 kg. The difference is around 131 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Renault Kangoo offers significantly more boot space – 950 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 666 L.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo carries visibly more – 610 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 235 kg.
The Toyota Prius stands well ahead of its rival 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 the pragmatic chameleon of small vans, marrying van-like practicality with carlike comfort and a cheerful, friendly face that suits both family runs and workday hauls. It's sensible, versatile and annoyingly useful — easy to live with, cheap to run and clever where it counts, so you get more space and fewer compromises than the price suggests.
detailsThe Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
25,700 - 36,200 £
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Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.2 - 21.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
278 - 285 km
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Electric Range
72 - 86 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 168 g/km
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co2
12 - 17 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,489 - 2,041 kg
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Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 950 L
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Trunk capacity
284 L
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Length
4,486 - 4,911 mm
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Length
4,599 mm
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Width
1,860 - 1,919 mm
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Width
1,782 mm
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Height
1,838 - 1,869 mm
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Height
1,470 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2,500 - 3,050 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
459 - 610 kg
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Payload
365 - 375 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 130 HP
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Power HP
223 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 16.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
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Max Speed
130 - 135 km/h
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Max Speed
177 km/h
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Torque
240 - 270 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Power kW
164 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
Toyota
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