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Vauxhall Frontera vs Renault Espace comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Frontera or Renault Espace?

Vauxhall Frontera vs Renault Espace: Key differences

Vauxhall Frontera

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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Renault Espace

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Frontera

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Vauxhall Frontera is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Renault Espace costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,808 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Espace uses 4.9 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Espace

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Renault Espace offers noticeably more power – delivering 200 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Espace is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the Vauxhall Frontera takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

Frontera

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is visibly lighter – 1,394 kg compared to 1,673 kg. The difference is around 279 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Espace offers noticeably more boot space – 692 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 232 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Espace carries very slightly more – 581 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Frontera 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.

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Frontera

Vauxhall Frontera

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 145 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.7 - 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 308 - 400 km
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Vauxhall Frontera

The Opel Frontera is a rugged, no-nonsense SUV that balances off-road capability with comfortable everyday driving. It offers straightforward mechanics and a practical cabin, making it a sensible choice for buyers who value durability over flash.

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Reviews Vauxhall Frontera

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Pascal
5 Jun 2026, 04:10:37

A thoroughly bad cheap car. Feels like a C3 Aircross for the poor.

That's a reason to change employers! Terrible car.

It already has a nickname, "Klapperchen"

I think any Dacia is better!

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Roch
18 May 2026, 10:12:50

Automatic gearbox and certain features, like the windshield wipers that aren’t optional; the trunk capacity is larger on the 5-seat Frontera.

Wolfgang
6 May 2026, 04:24:52

I just like the Opel better (maybe only because I'm very disappointed in VW and therefore also in its subsidiaries).

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Gilbert
14 Apr 2026, 08:19:17

I bought the Opel Frontera GS 145PS after also testing the VW T‑Roc; so far I've driven about 5,800 km in it.

My purchase decision was based on the following criteria:
- modern design that stands out from the crowd
- low fuel consumption
- very good seats and plenty of space front and rear
- large, practical boot
- good performance characteristics
- very easy to get into
- simple controls, partly with physical buttons
- clear, well‑laid‑out cockpit

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H. P.
19 Dec 2025, 13:27:19

Opel has clearly skimped here. Misaligned panel gaps, no position/parking light, patchy workmanship and ill‑fitting parts — for example the partition between the passenger footwell and the engine bay — the owner's manual is inadequate and at times reads like a fairy tale; many of the functions it describes are nowhere to be found. They simply don't exist. And the claimed fuel consumption? Even with normal driving — that is, without acceleration orgies — it's unattainable.

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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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18 Nov 2025, 10:34:15

A very pleasant vehicle to drive, with excellent comfort and plenty of rear legroom.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,700 - 30,000 £
Price
37,500 - 41,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
308 - 400 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 118 g/km
co2
110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,394 - 1,610 kg
Curb weight
1,673 - 1,783 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Length
-
Length
4,746 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
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Height
1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,054 - 2,224 L
Payload
436 - 570 kg
Payload
404 - 581 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Power HP
200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 14.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Power kW
147 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Vauxhall Frontera have?

The Vauxhall Frontera is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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