2002-2015 Espace OverviewRenault Espace Overview (2002 - 2015)
2002 - 2015
Tech Specs Summary
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- 112 - 140 mph
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- 8.1 - 13.9 seconds
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- 118 - 238 BHP
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- 22.8 - 41.5 mpg
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- 1,740 - 2,010 kg
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- 291 - 3,050 L
This generation of the Renault Espace was produced by the French manufacturer Renault between 2002 - 2015. It's a front engined front-wheel drive MPV and came in 2 body styles, for example the Espace 2.0 dCi FAP 130 and Grand Espace 2.0 dCi FAP 130. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 118 BHP 1.9 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 238 BHP 3.5 L V6 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Espace is the Renault Espace 3.5 V6 24v 241 which scores 1.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 238 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 129 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 140 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.1 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Renault Grand Espace 1.9 dCi 120 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 726 miles and can store 456-3,050 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,000 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
