Head to head
Citroen Relay vs Renault Kangoo Van
The Citroen Relay is a large panel van, the citroen-badged sibling of the peugeot boxer and fiat ducato.. The Renault Kangoo Van is a compact panel van, available as petrol, diesel or electric.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Citroen Relay | Renault Kangoo Van | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | up to 2 tonnes on selected versions | 836kg (L1 petrol/diesel); 975kg (L2 petrol/diesel) |
| Load volume | 10-17 m3 depending on body configuration | 3.9 m3 (L1); 4.2 m3 (L2) |
| Load length | 3.12-4.07 m depending on version | 4.91 m (L2) |
| Towing capacity | 2250-3000 kg braked depending on version | - |
Sources: Citroen Relay, Renault Kangoo Van. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Relay if...
The Relay covers the same broad range of lengths, heights and GVWs as its Boxer sibling, and is chosen by UK fleets on similar terms: load volume and conversion flexibility over brand cachet.
Full Relay specifications →Buy or hire the Kangoo Van if...
A small panel van for tradespeople, couriers and local delivery work where a larger van is more than the job needs. It suits short-term van hire for tools, parcels and light removals that fit between the wheel arches.
Full Kangoo Van specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Citroen Relay and the Renault Kangoo Van?
The Citroen Relay is a large panel van, the Citroen-badged sibling of the Peugeot Boxer and Fiat Ducato.; the Renault Kangoo Van is a compact panel van, available as petrol, diesel or electric.
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