The Renault Espace 2015 replaces the model of the same name that went on the market in 2002 and underwent several renovations in 2010 and 2012 ( more information ). It measures 4.86 meters in length, almost like a Ford S-MAX or a SEAT Alhambra .
It is a minivan that gives a normal suspension comfort, is relatively quiet, the 160 horsepower Diesel engine spends little, its interior is not very spacious and the optional equipment is very extensive and includes things not available in the competition, such as address in the four wheels. The price is lower than its main alternatives. In July of 2017 Renault has made a very slight update with which it has replaced the most powerful gasoline engine (of 200 HP) for a new development with 225 horses, Has changed the design of some tires, has expanded the equipment and added a new body color.
Renault Espace 2015
Espace 2015 has different qualities than the previous one. They are, in essence, two: that their interior is less spacious and that it can circulate by unpaved roads through which the former Espace would touch the ground. The first is because the overall height of the body has been reduced significantly (between 12 and 14 centimeters). The second is that it is 4 centimeters farther from the ground (the available headroom is 160 mm, almost the same as a Honda CR-V 2015 ). These changes considerably alter their proportions and silhouette, which is not the classic of a large minivan. Espace 2015 has different qualities than the previous one. They are, in essence, two: that their interior is less spacious and that it can circulate by unpaved roads through which the former Espace would touch the ground. The first is because the overall height of the body has been reduced significantly (between 12 and 14 centimeters). The second is that it is 4 centimeters farther from the ground (the available headroom is 160 mm, almost the same as a Honda CR-V 2015 ). These changes considerably alter their proportions and silhouette, which is not the classic of a large minivan. Espace 2015 has different qualities than the previous one. They are, in essence, two: that their interior is less spacious and that it can circulate by unpaved roads through which the former Espace would touch the ground. The first is because the overall height of the body has been reduced significantly (between 12 and 14 centimeters). The second is that it is 4 centimeters farther from the ground (the available headroom is 160 mm, almost the same as a Honda CR-V 2015 ). These changes considerably alter their proportions and silhouette, which is not the classic of a large minivan. The first is because the overall height of the body has been reduced significantly (between 12 and 14 centimeters). The second is that it is 4 centimeters farther from the ground (the available headroom is 160 mm, almost the same as a Honda CR-V 2015 ). These changes considerably alter their proportions and silhouette, which is not the classic of a large minivan. The first is because the overall height of the body has been reduced significantly (between 12 and 14 centimeters). The second is that it is 4 centimeters farther from the ground (the available headroom is 160 mm, almost the same as a Honda CR-V 2015 ). These changes considerably alter their proportions and silhouette, which is not the classic of a large minivan.
The consequence that the height of the body has been so reduced, is that the free space to the ceiling is not great. In fact, it is smaller than other similar-length MPVs, such as the Ford S-MAX. If you opt for the option of sunroof, the height is between 3 and 5 centimeters smaller than with the conventional roof.
There are versions of five seats (distributed in two rows) or seven (three rows). In the last squares fit two adults of medium size, but they are not comfortable because there is not much room at their disposal. Who needs seven really spacious seats, maybe will not have enough with this Espace or a Ford Galaxy or a Volkswagen Sharan , But will have to value other models like a SsangYong Rodius or a Mercedes-Benz V-Class . When using seven seats, the trunk is larger than that of a Ford S-MAX.
Since July 2017, Renault offers the possibility of passing the interior of the Espace of five (or seven) to four seats. This transformation is made once the car is made, in the facilities of Renault Tech of France or Spain (depending on the workload that exists at the time of the order), from the equipment level Initiale Paris. It involves the replacement of the second row of passengers by two single seats equal to those of the front seats, with electrical adjustments and heating (but without ventilation) and a central console between them. The trunk floor is covered with a blue wooden top that is covered with a new custom carpet. Making this modification costs 30 500 euros and is done in two weeks. According to Renault, is intended for the transport of personalities so, In addition, the body armor can be requested.
The Espace range is composed of two diesel engines -131 and 160 hp- and one of petrol -225 hp-. All have the Start & Stop system and are supercharged by a turbocharger , except the 160 hp version, which has two.
The 160-horsepower engine is enough to drive with agility, although the acceleration reserve it gives is not large. One of the most favorable points of this engine is that it spends little fuel. In our test has consumed between 6.5 and 8.0 liters making a varied use, for all types of tracks and not always driving smoothly. A 180-horsepower Ford S-MAX Diesel, also with automatic transmission, consumes more. The Espace range is composed of two diesel engines -131 and 160 hp- and one of petrol -225 hp-. All have the Start & Stop system and are supercharged by a turbocharger , except the 160 hp version, which has two. The 160-horsepower engine is enough to drive with agility, although the acceleration reserve it gives is not large. One of the most favorable points of this engine is that it spends little fuel. In our test has consumed between 6.5 and 8.0 liters making a varied use, for all types of tracks and not always driving smoothly. A 180-horsepower Ford S-MAX Diesel, also with automatic transmission, consumes more. The Espace range is composed of two diesel engines -131 and 160 hp- and one of petrol -225 hp-. All have the Start & Stop system and are supercharged by a turbocharger , except the 160 hp version, which has two. The 160-horsepower engine is enough to drive with agility, although the acceleration reserve it gives is not large. One of the most favorable points of this engine is that it spends little fuel. In our test has consumed between 6.5 and 8.0 liters making a varied use, for all types of tracks and not always driving smoothly. A 180-horsepower Ford S-MAX Diesel, also with automatic transmission, consumes more. All have the Start & Stop system and are supercharged by a turbocharger , except the 160 hp version, which has two. The 160-horsepower engine is enough to drive with agility, although the acceleration reserve it gives is not large. One of the most favorable points of this engine is that it spends little fuel. In our test has consumed between 6.5 and 8.0 liters making a varied use, for all types of tracks and not always driving smoothly. A 180-horsepower Ford S-MAX Diesel, also with automatic transmission, consumes more. All have the Start & Stop system and are supercharged by a turbocharger , except the 160 hp version, which has two. The 160-horsepower engine is enough to drive with agility, although the acceleration reserve it gives is not large. One of the most favorable points of this engine is that it spends little fuel. In our test has consumed between 6.5 and 8.0 liters making a varied use, for all types of tracks and not always driving smoothly. A 180-horsepower Ford S-MAX Diesel, also with automatic transmission, consumes more. Although the reserve of acceleration that gives is not great. One of the most favorable points of this engine is that it spends little fuel. In our test has consumed between 6.5 and 8.0 liters making a varied use, for all types of tracks and not always driving smoothly. A 180-horsepower Ford S-MAX Diesel, also with automatic transmission, consumes more. Although the reserve of acceleration that gives is not great. One of the most favorable points of this engine is that it spends little fuel. In our test has consumed between 6.5 and 8.0 liters making a varied use, for all types of tracks and not always driving smoothly. A 180-horsepower Ford S-MAX Diesel, also with automatic transmission, consumes more.
The diesel engine of 131 hp is always associated with a manual transmission , while the other two engines are to an automatic double clutch (six gears in Diesel and seven in the gasoline). The automatic change that is combined with the 160 horsepower engine works correctly on the road; Not so in the city, because it does not allow the maneuvers to be executed with the smoothness and precision that is sometimes needed (at least this was the case in our test unit).
With the new gasoline engine of 225 horses the Espace has very good acceleration capacity. It moves with relief from low revolutions and allows overtaking with a good margin of safety. Fuel consumption, according to our first impressions, is very sensitive to the use of the accelerator. This engine is of shared development with Renault Sport because it is mounted, with modifications, in the Alpine A110.
The Espace is available from 30 196 euros. This amount – which corresponds to the version with the 131 hp Diesel engine and the simpler Life equipment – is lower than the one to be paid for a Volkswagen Sharan of 115 hp or a Ford Galaxy of 120 hp; The SsangYong Rodius costs less .
We do not think that this Renault is much better executed than other Renault of lower price, but it seems to us that its design is eye-catching and careful (like it or not, it is something else) and that has equipment elements that are not always Frequently encountered in vehicles of this type.
Some details that denote an improved finish are, For example, the sharp edge that has the outer edge of the drawer between the front seats ( picture ) or that the door opens and closes with difficulty because it was off the side of one. Our test unit also produced light squeaks from the suspension heard from the ramps of the underground car parks. From the simplest level of Life equipment, the standard LED headlamps, the hands-free start and stop system, the multimedia system “R-Link 2” and a fixed glass ceiling (called “Lumière”) in the area Which remains on the passengers in the front row. The “Initiale Paris” level, in addition to having more equipment, such as the rear camera or leather upholstery, and specific decorative details, Offers its owners some advantages, such as a similar replacement car or the exterior and interior car wash when it is taken to the workshop. In addition, three dealers in Spain (in Barcelona, Madrid and Valencia) there is a specific area for marketing.
There are ten body colors available and alloy wheels between 17 and 20 inches in diameter. With the mid-2017 upgrade, Renault added Gray Titanium, changed the design of the 18- and 19-inch wheels and added standard or optional equipment such as ventilation in the seats, the gray-gray leather upholstery And LED-type lighting on the sunshades.
This generation of the Espace is based on the Renault Initiale Paris that was presented in the hall of the Automobile of Frankfurt of 2013 . Renault says the Espace 2015 is not only a possible alternative to minivans such as the Ford S-MAX, but also to SUVs such as the Volkswagen Touareg or the Volvo XC60 and even to passenger cars such as the Citroën DS5 .