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Renault Espace vs NIO EL7 comparison

Compare performance (200 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (37,500 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Espace or NIO EL7?

Renault Espace vs NIO EL7: Key differences

Renault Espace

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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NIO EL7

  • substantially more power
  • clearly 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 clearly cheaper – starting at 37,500 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,800 £.

EL7

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 NIO EL7 offers substantially more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 453 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL7 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Renault Espace takes 8.8 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO EL7 is somewhat faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Espace tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.

Espace

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 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Espace is considerably lighter – 1,673 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 748 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Espace offers a bit more boot space – 692 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 122 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Espace offers clearly more capacity – up to 2,224 L, about 679 L more than the NIO EL7.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Espace carries somewhat more – 581 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 112 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 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 £63,300
EL7

NIO EL7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 384 - 501 km
Renault Espace
NIO EL7

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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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NIO EL7

The NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.

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Renault Espace
NIO EL7

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,500 - 41,400 £
Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
110 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,673 - 1,783 kg
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
4,746 mm
Length
4,912 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,645 mm
Height
1,720 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,054 - 2,224 L
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Payload
404 - 581 kg
Payload
449 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

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

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
NIO
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