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Renault Espace vs Toyota Corolla – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Renault Espace or Toyota Corolla fits your lifestyle better.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Toyota Corolla has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £, while the Renault Espace costs 37500 £. That’s a price difference of around 8965 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla manages with 4.40 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Renault Espace with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Renault Espace has a to a small extent edge – offering 200 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Renault Espace takes 8.80 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Toyota Corolla performs barely noticeable better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Renault Espace tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Renault Espace offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Toyota Corolla is to a small extent lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1673 kg. The difference is around 253 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Espace offers convincingly more room – 692 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 331 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Espace performs convincingly better – up to 2224 L, which is about 1172 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, Renault Espace clearly perceptible takes the win – 581 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Renault Espace proves to be has the upper hand and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault Espace is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £37,500
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Renault Espace

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.90 L

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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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The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
37500 - 41400 £
Price
28600 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.90 L
Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
110 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1673 - 1783 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4746 mm
Length
4370 mm
Width
1830 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1645 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
2054 - 2224 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
Payload
404 - 581 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.80 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Renault
Brand
Toyota
What drivetrain options does the Renault Espace have?

The Renault Espace is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.