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Lexus LS vs Renault Espace comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or Renault Espace?

Lexus LS vs Renault Espace: Key differences

Lexus LS

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Espace

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Renault Espace is substantially cheaper – starting at 37,500 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 74,735 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Espace uses 4.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.

Espace

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus LS offers significantly more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 159 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LS is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Renault Espace takes 8.8 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus LS is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Espace tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 76 km/h.

LS

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Renault Espace offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Espace is considerably lighter – 1,673 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 672 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Espace offers noticeably more boot space – 692 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 262 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Espace carries visibly more – 581 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 126 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Espace is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £37,500
Espace

Renault Espace

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 200 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Lexus LS
Renault Espace

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus LS

The Lexus LS is a quietly opulent flagship that wraps cutting-edge tech in a calm, Zen-like cabin, turning gridlock into a spa appointment. Buyers after polished refinement and faultless build quality will love its hushed ride and diplomatic road manners, even if it never cries out for attention.

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Renault Espace

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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Lexus LS
Renault Espace

Costs and Consumption

Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
37,500 - 41,400 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
216 g/km
co2
110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,673 - 1,783 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
4,746 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,054 - 2,224 L
Payload
455 kg
Payload
404 - 581 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full 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
359 HP
Power HP
200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
147 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Renault
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