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Renault Rafale vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (37,700 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Rafale or Suzuki Vitara?

Renault Rafale vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

Renault Rafale

4.9 (9 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Rafale

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Suzuki Vitara is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Renault Rafale costs 37,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Rafale uses 2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Suzuki Vitara with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Suzuki Vitara offers considerably more range – reaching up to 426 km, about 329 km more than the Renault Rafale.

Vitara

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 Renault Rafale offers clearly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Rafale is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

Rafale

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, Suzuki Vitara is noticeably lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 1,734 kg. The difference is around 479 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Rafale offers considerably more boot space – 627 L compared to 375 L. That’s a difference of about 252 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Rafale carries only slightly more – 444 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Vitara 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 £23,600
Vitara

Suzuki Vitara

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 344 - 426 km
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Renault Rafale

The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.

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Reviews Renault Rafale

4.9 (9 Reviews)
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4 May 2026, 18:28:11

Resonably good, efficiant and very good looking family hyper Hybrid....

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PILI
18 Feb 2026, 08:48:58

Very good car — responsive, supple, comfortable and reasonably economical. Not quite at the German premium level for noise insulation, but very close... Exceptional chassis.

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Martin
4 Dec 2025, 08:40:43

As a Rafale owner, I'm happy with my choice. The car is spacious, feels luxurious, quiet, robust and very efficient at the same time. I also feel more “up to date” compared to the RAV4.

Suzuki Vitara

The Suzuki Vitara is a practical compact SUV that balances a comfortable, composed ride with easy-to-live-with interior space, making it well suited for daily driving and weekend getaways. It's widely praised for reliable engineering and sensible running costs, offering straightforward value to buyers who want a no-nonsense, economical crossover.

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Jolanta
4 Feb 2026, 09:37:41

A very pleasant car for an affordable price. The only downside is poorly soundproofed doors and windows.

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Polet
14 Jan 2026, 00:08:10

Proven reliability — it’s sold on every continent, and a real pleasure as a 4x4.

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Alejandro
15 Nov 2025, 18:50:42

After trying both, I chose the Vitara for everyday use. In my view, its balance of performance, quality and price is superior.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37,700 - 49,700 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
97 km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
43 - 108 g/km
co2
0 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,734 - 2,025 kg
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,886 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
415 - 444 kg
Payload
395 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 - 221 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
Renault
Brand
Suzuki
What drive types are available for the Renault Rafale?

The Renault Rafale is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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