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BMW X5 vs Renault Espace – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or Renault Espace?

BMW X5

Renault Espace

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

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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 decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37500 £, while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £. That’s a price difference of around 39515 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X5 manages with 3 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Renault Espace with 4.90 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.

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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 BMW X5 has a decisively edge – offering 625 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 425 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Renault Espace takes 8.80 s. That’s about 4.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X5 performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Espace tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 76 km/h.

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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 clearly perceptible lighter – 1673 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 567 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Espace offers barely noticeable more room – 692 L compared to 650 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Espace performs slightly better – up to 2224 L, which is about 354 L more than the BMW X5.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 slightly takes the win – 705 kg compared to 581 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW X5 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

BMW X5
Renault Espace

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X5 @ BMW Group Press

BMW X5

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 298 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 12.8 L
  • Electric Range : 105 km

BMW X5

The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.

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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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BMW X5
Renault Espace
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Costs and Consumption

Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
37500 - 41400 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.90 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 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
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
1673 - 1783 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Length
4935 - 4948 mm
Length
4746 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1830 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1645 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
2054 - 2224 L
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
404 - 581 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.80 s
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
147 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Renault
Is the BMW X5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X5 is available as All-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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