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Vauxhall Rocks Electric vs Renault Espace comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (6,800 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Rocks Electric or Renault Espace?

Vauxhall Rocks Electric vs Renault Espace: Key differences

Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Renault Espace

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  • substantially more power
  • considerably 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

Rocks Electric

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 Rocks Electric is significantly cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the Renault Espace costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,694 £.

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 substantially more power – delivering 200 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 192 HP more horsepower.

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 more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is substantially lighter – 558 kg compared to 1,673 kg. The difference is around 1,115 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Espace offers considerably more boot space – 692 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 629 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Espace carries significantly more – 581 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 439 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Rocks Electric stands well ahead of its rival 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 £6,800
Rocks Electric

Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 8 HP
  • Electric Range 75 km
Vauxhall Rocks Electric
Renault Espace

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Vauxhall Rocks Electric

The Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.

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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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Vauxhall Rocks Electric
Renault Espace

Costs and Consumption

Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
Price
37,500 - 41,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
558 kg
Curb weight
1,673 - 1,783 kg
Trunk capacity
63 L
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Length
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Length
4,746 mm
Width
1,388 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
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Height
1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
2,054 - 2,224 L
Payload
142 kg
Payload
404 - 581 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
40 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
147 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Renault
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