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Renault Espace vs VW Transporter Bus comparison

Compare performance (200 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (37,500 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Espace or VW Transporter Bus?

Renault Espace vs VW Transporter Bus: Key differences

Renault Espace

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
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VW Transporter Bus

  • visibly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Espace is somewhat cheaper – starting at 37,500 £ , while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,936 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Renault Espace with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

Transporter Bus

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 Transporter Bus offers visibly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Bus is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Renault Espace takes 8.8 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Transporter Bus is a bit faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Espace tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.

Espace

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: VW Transporter Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 7.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Espace is somewhat lighter – 1,673 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 325 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers very slightly more boot space – 763 L compared to 692 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Transporter Bus offers clearly more capacity – up to 4,005 L, about 1,781 L more than the Renault Espace.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries significantly more – 1,143 kg compared to 581 kg. That’s a difference of about 562 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Transporter Bus stands well ahead of its rival 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 £41,500
Transporter Bus

VW Transporter Bus

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 87 - 324 km
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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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A very pleasant vehicle to drive, with excellent comfort and plenty of rear legroom.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37,500 - 41,400 £
Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
110 g/km
co2
0 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
4 - 8
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,673 - 1,783 kg
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Length
4,746 mm
Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
Height
1,645 mm
Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,054 - 2,224 L
Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
Payload
404 - 581 kg
Payload
330 - 1,143 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Torque
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Renault Espace?

The Renault Espace is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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