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Renault Espace vs Bentley Flying Spur comparison

Compare performance (200 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (37,500 £ vs 180,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Espace or Bentley Flying Spur?

Renault Espace vs Bentley Flying Spur: Key differences

Renault Espace

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  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Bentley Flying Spur

  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Espace

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 37,500 £ , while the Bentley Flying Spur costs 180,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 143,315 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Bentley Flying Spur uses 3.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Renault Espace with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

Flying Spur

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 Bentley Flying Spur offers considerably more power – delivering 550 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 350 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Flying Spur is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Renault Espace takes 8.8 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Bentley Flying Spur is clearly faster – reaching 318 km/h, while the Renault Espace tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 144 km/h.

Espace

Space and Everyday Use:

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 more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Espace is visibly lighter – 1,673 kg compared to 2,330 kg. The difference is around 657 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Espace offers markedly more boot space – 692 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 272 L.

When it comes to payload, the Bentley Flying Spur carries a bit more – 650 kg compared to 581 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Bentley Flying Spur 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 £180,900
Flying Spur

Bentley Flying Spur

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 544 - 550 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.3 - 12.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 41 km
Renault Espace
Bentley Flying Spur

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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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Bentley Flying Spur

The Bentley Flying Spur wraps landmark luxury and bespoke British craft into a sedan that feels like a private members' club you can park in your driveway. It delivers chauffeur-grade comfort wrapped in driver-focused poise, turning an ordinary commute into a memorably grand arrival.

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Renault Espace
Bentley Flying Spur

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,500 - 41,400 £
Price
180,900 - 186,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
41 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
18 kWh
co2
110 g/km
co2
75 - 288 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,673 - 1,783 kg
Curb weight
2,330 - 2,505 kg
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Trunk capacity
420 L
Length
4,746 mm
Length
5,316 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
2,013 mm
Height
1,645 mm
Height
1,483 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,054 - 2,224 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
404 - 581 kg
Payload
525 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 HP
Power HP
544 - 550 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 4.3 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
285 - 318 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
750 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
147 kW
Power kW
400 - 404 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
2,894 - 3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
Brand
Renault
Brand
Bentley
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