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Audi Q5 vs Renault Espace – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: Audi Q5 meets Renault Espace.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Audi Q5

4 (3 Reviews)
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Renault Espace

4 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q5 @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Espace has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37500 £, while the Audi Q5 costs 44800 £. That’s a price difference of around 7286 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q5 manages with 2.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Renault Espace with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.

Espace @ Renault Group Media

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q5 has a decisively edge – offering 367 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 167 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Renault Espace takes 8.80 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q5 performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Espace tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 76 km/h.

Q5 @ Audi AG

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Renault Espace offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Renault Espace is somewhat lighter – 1673 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 237 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Espace offers distinct more room – 692 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 172 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Espace performs noticeable better – up to 2224 L, which is about 751 L more than the Audi Q5.

When it comes to payload, Renault Espace barely noticeable takes the win – 581 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi Q5 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Audi Q5
Renault Espace

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from about £44,800
Q5 @ Audi AG

Audi Q5

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.5 - 8.3 L
  • Electric Range : 92 - 100 km

Audi Q5

4 (3 Reviews)
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The Audi Q5 feels like the sensible luxury choice — polished cabin materials, a calm ride and enough tech to keep commuters and weekend adventurers equally pleased. It won't shout for attention but will quietly check the boxes for buyers who want refinement, space and everyday usability with a dash of Audi charisma.

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Renault Espace

4 (1 Reviews)
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The Renault Espace is the sort of roomy, clever family cruiser that makes long journeys feel effortless, its interior prioritising comfort and practical thinking without drifting into blandness. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its composed ride, smart packaging and a whisper of French flair make it a sensible and subtly stylish choice for buyers who value space and versatility.

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Audi Q5
Renault Espace
Q5 @ Audi AG
Espace @ Renault Group Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
44800 - 78900 £
Price
37500 - 41400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
4.90 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
92 - 100 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
56 - 189 g/km
co2
110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1910 - 2245 kg
Curb weight
1673 - 1783 kg
Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Length
4717 mm
Length
4746 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1830 mm
Height
1647 - 1656 mm
Height
1645 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 - 1473 L
Max trunk capacity
2054 - 2224 L
Payload
490 - 565 kg
Payload
404 - 581 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.80 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
147 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Audi
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q5 have?

The Audi Q5 is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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