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Renault Espace vs Subaru Crosstrek comparison

Compare performance (200 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (37,500 £ vs 29,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Espace or Subaru Crosstrek?

Renault Espace vs Subaru Crosstrek: Key differences

Renault Espace

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • 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.

Subaru Crosstrek is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,800 £ , while the Renault Espace costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,722 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Espace uses 4.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

Crosstrek

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 Renault Espace offers noticeably more power – delivering 200 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 64 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Espace is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Subaru Crosstrek is slightly faster – reaching 198 km/h, while the Renault Espace tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 24 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, Subaru Crosstrek is only slightly lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 1,673 kg. The difference is around 78 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Espace offers clearly more boot space – 692 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 377 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Espace offers clearly more capacity – up to 2,224 L, about 910 L more than the Subaru Crosstrek.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Espace carries slightly more – 581 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 76 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Espace is clearly superior 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 £37,500
Espace

Renault Espace

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 L/100km
Renault Espace
Subaru Crosstrek

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Renault Espace
Subaru Crosstrek

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,500 - 41,400 £
Price
29,800 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
110 g/km
co2
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

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
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
4,746 mm
Length
4,495 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
1,645 mm
Height
1,600 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,054 - 2,224 L
Max trunk capacity
1,297 - 1,314 L
Payload
404 - 581 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
198 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Renault
Brand
Subaru
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