What drivetrain options does the Renault Espace have?

The Renault Espace is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

What is the maximum horsepower of the Renault Espace?

Up to 200 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

What are the consumption figures for the Renault Espace in liters per 100 km?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 4.90 L.

What is the Renault Espace’s trunk volume?

Depending on configuration, up to 692 L fit inside.

What are the dimensions of the Renault Espace?

Length 4746 mm, width 1830 mm, height 1645 mm – those are the dimensions of the Renault Espace.

What drivetrain options does the VW Passat have?

The VW Passat is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

What is the maximum horsepower of the VW Passat?

The VW Passat reaches a peak output of 272 HP, depending on the model.

How much fuel does the VW Passat use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 1.20 L.

What is the electric driving range of the VW Passat?

The WLTP range is up to 135 km.

What is the battery capacity of the VW Passat?

The battery capacity is 19.70 kWh.

What are the VW Passat’s length, width and height?

Length 4917 mm, width 1849 mm, height 1521 mm – those are the dimensions of the VW Passat.

Renault Espace vs VW Passat - Differences and prices compared

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

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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.

VW Passat has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35700 £, while the Renault Espace costs 37500 £. That’s a price difference of around 1808 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Renault Espace with 4.90 L. The difference is about 3.70 L per 100 km.

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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 VW Passat has a noticeable edge – offering 272 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 72 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.80 s, while the Renault Espace takes 8.80 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Passat performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Espace tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 76 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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

In curb weight, VW Passat is minimal lighter – 1573 kg compared to 1673 kg. The difference is around 100 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Espace offers minimal more room – 692 L compared to 690 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Espace performs somewhat better – up to 2224 L, which is about 304 L more than the VW Passat.

When it comes to payload, Renault Espace barely noticeable takes the win – 581 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Passat proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Passat is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 37500 - 41400 £	Price 35700 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km 4.90 L	Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range -	Electric Range 124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity 19.70 kWh
co2 110 g/km	co2 28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 55 L	Fuel tank capacity 45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type SUV	Body Type Estate
Seats 5 - 7	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1673 - 1783 kg	Curb weight 1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity 212 - 692 L	Trunk capacity 510 - 690 L
Length 4746 mm	Length 4917 mm
Width 1830 mm	Width 1849 mm
Height 1645 mm	Height 1521 mm
Max trunk capacity 2054 - 2224 L	Max trunk capacity 1770 - 1920 L
Payload 404 - 581 kg	Payload 501 - 577 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 All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 200 HP	Power HP 122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.80 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed 174 km/h	Max Speed 212 - 250 km/h
Torque -	Torque 250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 147 kW	Power kW 90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity 1199 cm3	Engine capacity 1498 - 1984 cm3