Renault Kangoo 2008
Roomy, practical
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This generation of Renault Kangoo has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2013. We can provide information about 8 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.
This Renault is available with two petrol engines with displacement 1.6 litres and power of from 90 to 110 horsepower un two diesel engines with displacement 1.5 litres and power of from 70 to 105 horsepower. All engines have a timing belt driven camshaft, which requires more frequent service than a timing chain, but replacing timing belt is less expensive, and these engines are generally slightly more fuel efficient and quieter (What is an engine chain and belt?).
The car is available with both manual (7 versions), as well as automatic (1 version) gearbox.
Renault Kangoo 2008 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 7.9 to 8.1 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5.2 to 5.7 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Renault Kangoo 2008 petrol engine version is Renault Kangoo Family 1.6 16V 110 Hp Automatic, consuming 7.9 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Renault Kangoo 2008 diesel - Renault Kangoo Family 1.5 dCi 70 Hp for 100 kilometers consumes 5.2 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Renault Kangoo real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 18 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy. For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Renault Kangoo modification.
Renault Kangoo 2008 CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 191 to 192 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 137 to 147 grams per kilometer. From Renault Kangoo with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Renault Kangoo Family 1.6 16V 110 Hp Automatic which produces an average of 191 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Renault Kangoo diesels least CO2 distributes Renault Kangoo Family 1.5 dCi 90 Hp - 137 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 13 seconds has Renault Kangoo Family 1.6 16V 110 Hp Automatic version, conversely the tardiest one is Renault Kangoo Family 1.5 dCi 70 Hp reaching this speed only in 20.3 seconds. The maximum top speed is 170 km/h for the 1.6 petrol 4-cylinder 110 hp version (Renault Kangoo Family 1.6 16V 110 Hp Automatic) and 2 other versions.
Lenght of Renault Kangoo is 421 cm, it is medium size car. Renault Kangoo gross weight is from 1924 to 1982 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 9 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. Renault Kangoo trunk space is 438 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 1977 litres.
This Renault is relatively cheap - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 2600 €. Users calculated Renault Kangoo 2008 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2500 € cost per year and 0.22 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 48%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 25% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Renault Kangoo for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Renault Kangoo prices and costs.
Renault Kangoo modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Renault Kangoo 2008 Family 1.5 dCi 70 Hp
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.5 Diesel | 70 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Kangoo 2008 Family 1.5 dCi 85 Hp | 1.5 Diesel | 85 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Kangoo 2008 Family 1.5 dCi 90 Hp | 1.5 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Kangoo 2008 Family 1.5 dCi 105 Hp
Most powerfull diesel version (105 HP) |
1.5 Diesel | 105 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Renault Kangoo 2008 Family 1.6 16V 90 Hp | 1.6 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Kangoo 2008 Family 1.6 16V 110 Hp
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 13 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Kangoo 2008 Family 1.6 16V 110 Hp Automatic
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 13 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Renault Kangoo 2009 1.6 16V
Jan 2009 — Dec 2010 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 13 seconds |
1.6 LPG | 106 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Kangoo safety
During safety testing Renault Kangoo has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Renault Kangoo is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Renault Kangoo got two stars.
Renault Kangoo prices
Renault Kangoo 2008 - 2013 minivan price in Latvia is from 1200 € to 3900 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Renault Kangoo price is very low - Renault Kangoo is approximately for 29 percents cheaper then average minivans of this age (compare minivans 2008 - 2013 prices). The reason of Renault Kangoo low price could be its poor quality (see below) so we recommend particularly examine the car before purchase and do not choose it only by price.
Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
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Renault Kangoo 2012 price | 2500 € | 2700 € | 3200 € | |
Renault Kangoo 2011 price | 2400 € | 3200 € | 3900 € | |
Renault Kangoo 2010 price | 2000 € | 2600 € | 3000 € | |
Renault Kangoo 2009 price | 2000 € | 2600 € | 3500 € | |
Renault Kangoo 2008 price | 1200 € | 1700 € | 2600 € |
Renault Kangoo total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Renault Kangoo? Users calculated Renault Kangoo 2008 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2500 € cost per year and 0.22 € cost per one kilometer.
Renault Kangoo 2008 total costs of ownership calculator
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Renault Kangoo reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Renault Kangoo reliability is extremely low. In the roadworthiness tests in 2022 defects were detected in an average of 32.5 percent of Renault Kangoo of this generation (on average 12 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 20.6%.
Renault Kangoo reliability and quality
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Renault Kangoo 2008 features (options)
Percentage of Renault Kangoo with corresponding feature (option)
75% Adjustable steering wheel
34% Metallic paint
33% Roof bars (railings)
17%
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Renault Kangoo reviews
Total 4 Renault Kangoo owner reviews
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Purchase year: | 2007 new car) | Owned for | 190`000 kilometers (9 years) |
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Average fuel consumption: | 6.0 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
Total cost of repairs: | 1300 € (~ 144 € per year) |
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Roomy, practical
Cons: Unsafe power system