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VW Caddy Compact Van vs Renault Express comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (25,800 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Caddy Compact Van or Renault Express?

VW Caddy Compact Van vs Renault Express: Key differences

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • markedly more power
  • significantly more efficient
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Renault Express

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  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Caddy Compact Van

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.

Renault Express is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the VW Caddy Compact Van costs 25,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,696 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy Compact Van uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Renault Express with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

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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 markedly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the VW Caddy Compact Van is a bit faster – reaching 186 km/h, while the Renault Express tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 19 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Caddy Compact Van delivers visibly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

Caddy 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is moderately lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,442 kg. The difference is around 146 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy Compact Van offers somewhat more capacity – up to 3,700 L, about 400 L more than the Renault Express.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy Compact Van carries only slightly more – 759 kg compared to 700 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 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, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, 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
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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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The Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25,800 - 42,300 £
Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
117 - 120 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
11 - 154 g/km
co2
121 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,442 - 1,818 kg
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Length
4,393 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,823 mm
Height
1,811 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 3,700 L
Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
Payload
628 - 759 kg
Payload
575 - 700 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Power HP
75 - 102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Torque
200 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Power kW
55 - 75 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
VW
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the VW Caddy Compact Van have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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