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Renault Espace vs Suzuki Jimny comparison

Compare performance (200 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (37,500 £ vs 25,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Espace or Suzuki Jimny?

Renault Espace vs Suzuki Jimny: Key differences

Renault Espace

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Jimny

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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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.

Suzuki Jimny is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,300 £ , while the Renault Espace costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,265 £.

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

Jimny

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 considerably more power – delivering 200 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 98 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Espace is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the Suzuki Jimny takes 12.8 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Renault Espace is moderately faster – reaching 174 km/h, while the Suzuki Jimny tops out at 145 km/h. The difference is around 29 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 2.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Jimny is clearly lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,673 kg. The difference is around 508 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Espace offers significantly more capacity – up to 2,224 L, about 1,361 L more than the Suzuki Jimny.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Espace carries clearly more – 581 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 311 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Espace holds a decisive overall lead 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
Suzuki Jimny

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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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Suzuki Jimny

Brimming with raucous charm and unabashed off-road spirit, the Suzuki Jimny makes light work of rough tracks while remaining surprisingly at home in city streets. It's a cheeky, no-nonsense companion for buyers who prefer character over conformity — think go-anywhere attitude in a pocket-sized package.

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Renault Espace
Suzuki Jimny

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,500 - 41,400 £
Price
25,300 - 27,700 £
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
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
110 g/km
co2
173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,673 - 1,783 kg
Curb weight
1,165 kg
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,746 mm
Length
3,645 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,645 mm
Height
1,645 mm
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,054 - 2,224 L
Max trunk capacity
863 L
Payload
404 - 581 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 HP
Power HP
102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.8 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
145 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 kW
Power kW
75 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,462 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Renault
Brand
Suzuki
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