Renault Kangoo

Likewise, the exteriors, the interior of the Kangoo resembles a bit outdated presence. However, when it comes to the quality of the Cabin, it's furnished with some of the high-grade material. As a city van, it offers plenty of room for moving your business from one place to another. Kangoo comes in two different load lengths. With base grade offering maximum load length of 1,476 mm, and 1,862 mm for the larger van. In terms of infotainment, you'll get a 7-inch touchscreen display, and R-Link multimedia system for seamless phone connectivity. You'll also get DAB radio, electric windows, and height-adjustable steering wheel as standard. And, to give you more comforting maneuverability, all the grades of the Renault Kangoo comes with power steering. 

Kangoo has been named as one of the best vans in the Australian market. In fact, for the three consecutive years 2016, 2017, and 2018 it has outsmarted all the other campers. In 2020, to keep it up to date with the changing demands of the buyers, Kangoo has been introduced with some minor exteriors changes. Meanwhile, it's still available in three models, with Compact having a shorter wheelbase of 2697 mm, while Maxi and Maxi Crew have a wheelbase length of 3081mm. Likewise, the height of the Compact grade is lower than the other two grades. The ground clearance of the Maxi models is 171 mm, which is also higher than the Compact Van with the ground clearance of 155 mm. The base two grades are paired with the 15-inch steel wheels, while the top grade comes with the 15-inch alloy wheels. Unlike these differences, there are several standard features across the Kangoo range. It includes manual height adjustable halogen headlights, protective body side moldings, rear windscreen wiper, rear mud flaps, and electric folding side doors. 

Renault Kangoo is just an average van for daily needs, nothing fancy about it. The ride quality isn't well refined and feels a little flawed. However, when you compare the same with the newer models and its rivals, the latter ones prove to be more sophisticated. On the other hand, the steering response of the Kangoo is light and responsive, and it responds more like driving a small hatchback. With this, the whole package gets better. But, when compared to Volkswagen Caddy Van and Ford Transit, Renault Kangoo might not prove to be the best option for your business.

In terms of engine performance, Compact Van grade is mated with powerful and ultra-efficient the 1.2L direct-injection petrol engine. You can match this engine with the optional automatic and manual transmission. The 1.2L engine can produce 84 kW at 4500 rpm and torque of 190 Nm at 2000 rpm. While the other two grades are paired with the 1.5L diesel engine with the power output of 81 kW at 4000 rpm and torque of 240 Nm at 1750 rpm. Renault has powered the engines with cutting edge technology to make sure that fuel efficiency and performance remains top-notch. 

All the grades of the Renault Kangoo get the standard braking, driving assistance, and safety features across the lineup. On the braking front, you'll get 280 mm x 26mm disc brakes in the front and 274mm x 11mm disc brakes in the rear. The braking is further strengthened by Anti-lock Braking System, Emergency Brake Assist, Electronic Stability Control, and Traction Control. While on the safety front, driver and passenger's side and front airbags are also standard with all the models of the Kangoo. You'll also get the Cruise Control with speed limiter, reverse parking sensors, and R.A.I.D door locking. 

Renault Kangoo is a mix of everything that you expect from a city van. There are three grades available, with base grade offering a shorter wheelbase than the rest two grades. However, when it comes to the engine, performance, both petrol and diesel engines prove to be short on power. This might distract your viewpoint from buying a Kangoo van.