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Renault Espace vs Toyota Proace City comparison

Compare performance (200 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (37,500 £ vs 20,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Espace or Toyota Proace City?

Renault Espace vs Toyota Proace City: Key differences

Renault Espace

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota Proace City

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Toyota Proace City is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,800 £ , while the Renault Espace costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,744 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Espace uses 4.9 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Toyota Proace City with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Proace City

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 clearly 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 markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the Toyota Proace City takes 11.5 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

Espace

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace City is noticeably lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,673 kg. The difference is around 307 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Proace City offers visibly more boot space – 912 L compared to 692 L. That’s a difference of about 220 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace City carries noticeably more – 829 kg compared to 581 kg. That’s a difference of about 248 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Proace City 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 £20,800
Proace City

Toyota Proace City

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 343 km
Renault Espace
Toyota Proace City

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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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Toyota Proace City

The Toyota Proace City is a clever compact workhorse that blends van practicality with passenger comfort, turning daily deliveries or weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly civilised affair. It won't set your pulse racing, but its easy driving manners, flexible interior and low-hassle ownership make it a smart pick for buyers who value usefulness over flash.

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Renault Espace
Toyota Proace City

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,500 - 41,400 £
Price
20,800 - 44,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
343 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
110 g/km
co2
0 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,673 - 1,783 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,664 kg
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Trunk capacity
322 - 912 L
Length
4,746 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,645 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,054 - 2,224 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
404 - 581 kg
Payload
525 - 829 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 13.2 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
147 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
Brand
Renault
Brand
Toyota
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