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Renault Espace vs VW Tayron - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (200 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (37500 £ vs 39600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Espace or VW Tayron?

Renault Espace

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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VW Tayron

5 (1 Reviews)
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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.

Renault Espace has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37500 £ , while the VW Tayron costs 39600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2070 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tayron manages with 1.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Renault Espace with 4.90 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.

Tayron

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 Tayron 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 Tayron is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 6.10 s, while the Renault Espace takes 8.80 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tayron performs noticeable better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Renault Espace tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 66 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 evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Renault Espace is hardly perceptible lighter – 1673 kg compared to 1682 kg. The difference is around 9 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tayron offers noticeable more room – 885 L compared to 692 L. That’s a difference of about 193 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Espace performs barely noticeable better – up to 2224 L, which is about 134 L more than the VW Tayron.

When it comes to payload, Renault Espace barely noticeable takes the win – 581 kg compared to 566 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tayron is far ahead 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.

Renault Espace
VW Tayron

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Tayron

VW Tayron

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.5 L
  • Electric Range : 116 - 123 km

Renault Espace

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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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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VW Tayron

5 (1 Reviews)
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The VW Tayron is Volkswagen's roomy, no-nonsense SUV that pairs clean, familiar styling with a practical cabin built for families and everyday use. It rides comfortably, packs sensible tech and creature comforts, and feels like the sensible sweater of SUVs for buyers who prefer steady value over headline-grabbing drama.

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Renault Espace
VW Tayron

Costs and Consumption

Price
37500 - 41400 £
Price
39600 - 53300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.90 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
116 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
110 g/km
co2
33 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1673 - 1783 kg
Curb weight
1682 - 1948 kg
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
4746 mm
Length
4792 mm
Width
1830 mm
Width
1853 - 1866 mm
Height
1645 mm
Height
1666 - 1668 mm
Max trunk capacity
2054 - 2224 L
Max trunk capacity
1915 - 2090 L
Payload
404 - 581 kg
Payload
489 - 566 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.80 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
204 - 240 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Renault Espace have?

The Renault Espace is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.