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Renault Espace vs Skoda Superb Combi comparison

Compare performance (200 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (37,500 £ vs 36,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Espace or Skoda Superb Combi?

Renault Espace vs Skoda Superb Combi: Key differences

Renault Espace

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more trunk space

Skoda Superb Combi

  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Skoda Superb Combi is only slightly cheaper – starting at 36,100 £ , while the Renault Espace costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,457 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Superb Combi uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Renault Espace with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.7 L/100km.

Superb Combi

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 Skoda Superb Combi offers clearly more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Superb Combi is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Renault Espace takes 8.8 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Skoda Superb Combi is noticeably faster – reaching 232 km/h, while the Renault Espace tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 58 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 5.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Superb Combi is only slightly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,673 kg. The difference is around 98 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Espace offers very slightly more boot space – 692 L compared to 690 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Espace offers somewhat more capacity – up to 2,224 L, about 304 L more than the Skoda Superb Combi.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Superb Combi carries marginally more – 584 kg compared to 581 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Superb Combi 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 £36,100
Superb Combi

Skoda Superb Combi

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 128 - 137 km
Renault Espace
Skoda Superb Combi

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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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Skoda Superb Combi

The Skoda Superb Combi is the practical hero of the estate world, offering cavernous space and a calm, refined ride that makes family life feel effortless. Its clever features, understated design and no-nonsense value make it a smart pick for buyers who want Germanic engineering without the badge premium — and it even manages to stay surprisingly stylish while doing all the heavy lifting.

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Renault Espace
Skoda Superb Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,500 - 41,400 £
Price
36,100 - 52,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
128 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
110 g/km
co2
28 - 178 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,673 - 1,783 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,853 kg
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4,746 mm
Length
4,902 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
1,645 mm
Height
1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,054 - 2,224 L
Max trunk capacity
1,920 L
Payload
404 - 581 kg
Payload
497 - 584 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
232 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G, B
Brand
Renault
Brand
Skoda
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