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Renault Trafic Bus vs Kia PV5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (170 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (38200 £ vs 32800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Trafic Bus or Kia PV5?

Renault Trafic Bus

Kia PV5

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

PV5

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia PV5 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32800 £ , while the Renault Trafic Bus costs 38200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5419 £.

PV5

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 Renault Trafic Bus has a slight edge – offering 170 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 10.60 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Trafic Bus pulls evident stronger with 380 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

PV5

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Renault Trafic Bus offers decisively more seating capacity – 9 vs 5.

In curb weight, Kia PV5 is slight lighter – 1860 kg compared to 2031 kg. The difference is around 171 kg.

When it comes to payload, Renault Trafic Bus a bit takes the win – 982 kg compared to 790 kg. That’s a difference of about 192 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Kia PV5 shows itself to be only a minor advantage and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £32,800
PV5

Kia PV5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 121 - 163 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19 - 19.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 295 - 416 km
Renault Trafic Bus
Kia PV5

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Renault Trafic Bus

The Renault Trafic is a practical people-carrier that prefers sensible space and smart flexibility to showroom gloss, making it a top pick for families, shuttle operators or anyone ferrying a crowd without fuss. It’s comfortable, economical in everyday running and blessedly uncomplicated — not the most glamorous vehicle, but brilliantly dependable when you need it to be.

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Kia PV5

The Kia EV5 is an exciting new entrant in the landscape of electric SUVs, promising a blend of style and innovation that captures attention. It boasts a sleek and modern design that aligns with Kia's evolving aesthetic identity, blending practicality with eye-catching details. With its foray into the electric vehicle segment, the EV5 is set to offer a highly competitive option for those looking to embrace sustainable mobility without compromising on comfort or tech features.

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Renault Trafic Bus
Kia PV5

Costs and Consumption

Price
38200 - 54400 £
Price
32800 - 38900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7.2 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
295 - 416 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
175 - 189 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Seats
8 - 9
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2031 - 2352 kg
Curb weight
1860 - 2145 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
1330 L
Length
5080 - 5480 mm
Length
-
Width
1956 mm
Width
1895 mm
Height
1973 - 1974 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3200 - 4000 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
718 - 982 kg
Payload
455 - 790 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Power HP
121 - 163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.2 s
Max Speed
161 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Power kW
89 - 120 kW
Engine capacity
1997 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Renault Trafic Bus?

The Renault Trafic Bus is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.