Compare performance (634 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (76300 £ vs 37500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or Renault Espace?
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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37500 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 76300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38728 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLE manages with 2 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Renault Espace with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.
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 Mercedes GLE has a significantly edge – offering 634 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 434 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is significantly 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 Mercedes GLE performs noticeable better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Renault Espace tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 106 km/h.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Renault Espace offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Renault Espace is clearly perceptible lighter – 1673 kg compared to 2310 kg. The difference is around 637 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Renault Espace offers hardly perceptible more room – 692 L compared to 655 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Espace performs hardly perceptible better – up to 2224 L, which is about 169 L more than the Mercedes GLE.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLE a bit takes the win – 705 kg compared to 581 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 kg.
Overall, the Mercedes GLE shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.
The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
76300 - 175800 £
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Price
37500 - 41400 £
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Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.90 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
89 - 114 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
53 - 284 g/km
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co2
110 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
65 - 85 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2310 - 2800 kg
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Curb weight
1673 - 1783 kg
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Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
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Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
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Length
4924 - 4961 mm
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Length
4746 mm
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Width
1947 mm
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Width
1830 mm
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Height
1716 - 1797 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1645 - 2055 L
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Max trunk capacity
2054 - 2224 L
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Payload
460 - 705 kg
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Payload
404 - 581 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
289 - 634 HP
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Power HP
200 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.80 s
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Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
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Max Speed
174 km/h
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Torque
500 - 850 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
213 - 466 kW
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Power kW
147 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 - 3982 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Renault
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.