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Renault Trafic Bus vs Renault Espace comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (34,600 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Trafic Bus or Renault Espace?

Renault Trafic Bus vs Renault Espace: Key differences

Renault Trafic Bus

  • barely cheaper
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Renault Espace

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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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

Trafic Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Trafic Bus is barely cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the Renault Espace costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,975 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Espace uses 4.9 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Renault Trafic Bus with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

Espace

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 offers somewhat more power – delivering 200 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Espace is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the Renault Trafic Bus takes 10.6 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

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 Trafic Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 7.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Espace is markedly lighter – 1,673 kg compared to 2,031 kg. The difference is around 358 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Bus carries clearly more – 982 kg compared to 581 kg. That’s a difference of about 401 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Espace shows a few small advantages 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 £37,500
Espace

Renault Espace

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 L/100km
Renault Trafic Bus
Renault Espace

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Renault Trafic Bus

The Renault Trafic is a practical people-carrier that prefers sensible space and smart flexibility to showroom gloss, making it a top pick for families, shuttle operators or anyone ferrying a crowd without fuss. It’s comfortable, economical in everyday running and blessedly uncomplicated — not the most glamorous vehicle, but brilliantly dependable when you need it to be.

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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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Renault Trafic Bus
Renault Espace

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,600 - 54,400 £
Price
37,500 - 41,400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
179 - 189 g/km
co2
110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
8 - 9
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,031 - 2,352 kg
Curb weight
1,673 - 1,783 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Length
-
Length
4,746 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,054 - 2,224 L
Payload
718 - 982 kg
Payload
404 - 581 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Power HP
200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Power kW
147 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Renault
Brand
Renault
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