Head to head
Renault Kangoo Van vs Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter
The Renault Kangoo Van takes loads 6cm longer.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Load length: the Renault Kangoo Van takes loads 6cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Renault Kangoo Van | Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter | |
|---|---|---|
| Load volume | 3.9 m3 (L1); 4.2 m3 (L2) | 9.9-11.3 m3 (Medium); 14.4-16.1 m3 (Long); 16.4-18.4 m3 (Long Maxi) |
| Load length | 4.91 m (L2) | 4855 mm (Long Maxi) |
| Payload | 836kg (L1 petrol/diesel); 975kg (L2 petrol/diesel) | 1061-1229 kg (Medium CR35, 3.5t); 881-1117 kg (Long CR35, 3.5t); 2352-2410 kg (Medium CR50, 5.0t) |
| Towing capacity | - | up to 3000 kg braked (3.5t models); up to 3500 kg braked (5.0t CR50) |
Sources: Renault Kangoo Van, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Kangoo Van if...
- you want one that takes loads 6cm longer
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 →Buy or hire the Crafter if...
The Crafter's wide GVW range, up to a 5.0t CR50 derivative, lets it cover jobs that would otherwise need a 7.5t truck, and it is commonly chosen by fleets that also want a driver-friendly cab.
Full Crafter specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Renault Kangoo Van and the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter?
The Renault Kangoo Van takes loads 6cm longer. The Renault Kangoo Van is a compact panel van, available as petrol, diesel or electric; the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter is a large panel van offered from 3.0t to 5.0t GVW, VW's rival to the Sprinter and Transit..
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