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{{Infobox automobile
| name = Renault Espace
| image = 2015-present Renault Espace Front.jpg
| manufacturer = [[Renault]]
| production = 1984–present
| class = {{unbulleted list
  | [[Large MPV]] ([[M-segment|M]]) (1985–2014)
  | [[Crossover (automobile)|Crossover MPV]] ([[M-segment|M]]) (2015–2023)<ref name="auto">{{Cite web|url=https://www.carscoops.com/2023/03/2024-renault-espace-debuts-as-a-longer-austral-with-seven-seats/|title=New Renault Espace Debuts As A Longer Austral SUV With Seven Seats|first=Thanos|last=Pappas|date=28 March 2023|website=Carscoops}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Nouveau Renault ESPACE|url=https://www.renault.fr/vehicules-particuliers/nouvel-espace.html|access-date=2020-12-05|website=www.renault.fr|language=fr|archive-date=9 December 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201209160646/https://www.renault.fr/vehicules-particuliers/nouvel-espace.html|url-status=dead}}</ref>
  | [[Mid-size crossover SUV]] (2023–present)
  }}
| body_style = {{unbulleted list
  | 5-door [[Multi-purpose vehicle|MPV]] (1984–2023)
  | 5-door [[SUV]] (2023–present)
  }}
}}

The '''Renault Espace''' ({{IPA|fr|ʁəno ɛspaːs}}) is a series of automobiles manufactured by [[Renault]] since 1984. <!-- Describing its segment in general -->For its first five generations, the Espace was a [[Minivan#Europe|multi-purpose vehicle/MPV]] ([[M-segment]]), but it has been redesigned as a mid-size [[Crossover (automobile)|crossover SUV]] for its sixth generation.<!-- Describing its segment in general --><ref name="WARDS">{{cite web |url=http://wardsauto.com/vehicles-technology/renault-s-reinvented-espace-cuv-steals-show-paris |author=Diem, William |title=Renault's Reinvented Espace CUV steals show in Paris |publisher=Wards Auto |date=2014-10-03 |access-date=2014-10-07 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151015092724/http://wardsauto.com/vehicles-technology/renault-s-reinvented-espace-cuv-steals-show-paris |archive-date=15 October 2015 |url-status=dead |df=dmy-all }}</ref><ref name="auto1">{{Cite web|url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/motor-shows-paris-motor-show/reinvented-renault-espace-revealed|title=Reinvented Renault Espace revealed|date=2 October 2014|access-date=6 October 2014|website=Autocar}}</ref>

The first three generations of the Espace were amongst the first contemporary minivans or MPVs, and were manufactured by [[Matra]] for Renault. The fourth generation, also an MPV, was manufactured by Renault. The '''Renault Grand Espace''' is a long wheelbase (LWB) version with increased rear leg room and boot size. The fifth generation is introduced with a [[crossover SUV]]-styled while keeping its [[Minivan|MPV]] classification and body style.{{according to whom?|date= October 2025}} Renault described the fifth generation Espace as a 'crossover-style MPV' which combines elements of saloon, SUV and MPV, while retaining interior space and practicality of the latter.<ref name="auto1"/> The sixth generation debuted in 2023 as a 7-seater SUV based on the [[Renault Austral|Austral]].<ref name="auto"/>

The name "[[wikt:espace|espace]]" means "space" in French. In February 2012, the Espace was retired in the United Kingdom, as part of a cost-cutting plan.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/jobs/8966273/Renault-to-cut-five-UK-models.html|title=Renault to cut five UK models|publisher=telegraph.co.uk|date=19 December 2011}}</ref>

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=={{Anchor|1}}First generation (J11; 1984)==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Espace I
| image = 1987 Renault Espace TSE 2.0.jpg
| caption = 1987 Espace TSE 2.0
| production = 1984–1991
| layout = [[Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine, front-wheel-drive]] / [[Front-engine, four-wheel-drive layout|four-wheel-drive]]
| engine = {{ubl | '''[[Petrol engine|Petrol]]:'''
  |  1995&nbsp;cc ''[[Douvrin engine#J7R|J6R/J7R]]'' [[Straight-four engine|I4]]
  | 2165&nbsp;cc ''[[Douvrin engine#2.2|J7T]]'' I4
  | '''[[Diesel engine|Diesel]]:'''
 | 2068&nbsp;cc ''[[Douvrin engine#J8S|J8S-852]]'' [[turbodiesel]] I4
  }}
| length = {{convert|4250|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (petrol)
| width = {{convert|1777|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1660|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|2580|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| assembly = France: [[Romorantin-Lanthenay|Romorantin]] ([[Matra]])
| transmission = 5-speed ''NG3'' [[Manual transmission|manual]]
| designer = [[Fergus Pollock]]<br>[[Antonis Volanis]]
}}
[[File:Paris - Retromobile 2014 - Matra Projet P18 - 1981 - 002.jpg|thumb|left|Matra P18 prototype, which would later be developed into the Renault Espace]]
The Espace concept was originally conceived in the 1970s by the British designer [[Fergus Pollock]], who was working for [[Chrysler Corporation|Chrysler UK]], at its [[Whitley plant|design centre at Whitley]] in [[Coventry]].<ref>{{cite book |last=Lewin |first=Tony |title=How to Design Cars Like a Pro: A Complete Guide to Car Design from the Top Professionals |publisher=Motorbooks International |year=2003 |isbn=0-7603-1641-4}}</ref> [[Matra]], spearheaded by [[Greece|Greek]] [[designer]] [[Antonis Volanis]], developed the design for [[Simca]], the then [[France|French]] subsidiary of Chrysler, with the intent of marketing the vehicle as a [[Talbot (automobile)|Talbot]].<ref name=AGp141>{{cite magazine | ref = AGgw | magazine = De AutoGids | number = 140 | volume = 6 | page = 141 | title = Gedetailleerde Wegtest: Renault Espace | trans-title = Detailed Road Test | first = Philippe | last = De Leener | language = nl-be | date = 1985-02-07 | publisher = Uitgeverij Auto-Magazine | location = Brussels, Belgium }}</ref> It would replace the [[Matra Rancho]] [[leisure activity vehicle]] on the Matra production lines. Early prototypes used Simca parts, and hence featured a grille reminiscent of the [[Chrysler Simca 1307|Simca 1307]] (Chrysler Alpine).

In 1978, six years before the Espace went into production, Chrysler UK and Simca were sold to the French company [[PSA Peugeot Citroën]], which phased out Simca within a decade because of falling sales. PSA decided the Espace was too expensive and too risky a design to put into production, preferring to focus on nursing Talbot back to financial health.<ref name=AGp141/> The design was returned to Matra, who called it the Matra P23 and took the idea to Renault.

Renault adopted the Matra concept as project J11, which was then given the name "Espace."<ref name=AGp141/> One restraint was that Renault used longitudinally mounted engines whereas the P23 had been designed with the more efficient [[Transverse engine|transverse layout]] in mind. The design ended up using the longitudinal layout, which allowed for more flexibility in engine fitment and also made developing a four-wheel-drive version easier.<ref name=AGp142>[[#AGgw|De Leener]], p. 142</ref> Installing the [[PRV V6]] had been considered from early on but ended up having to wait until the introduction of the second generation. To make the engine installation as short as possible, the radiator was placed to the left in the engine compartment, with the engine reaching the grille.<ref name=AGp143>[[#AGgw|De Leener]], p. 143</ref> The compact installation necessitated an extended front end for turbodiesel models as this engine was longer; these have a protruding grille and a correspondingly larger front bumper. Renault improved on Matra's original design by insisting on an entirely flat floor in the entire area behind the front seats.<ref name=AGp149>[[#AGgw|De Leener]], p. 149</ref>

The design featured a body of [[fiberglass|fibreglass]], mounted on a [[Hot-dip galvanization|warm-galvanised]] steel [[monocoque]] [[Space frame|spaceframe]], using the same technique and assembly line at the factory as the [[Matra Murena|Talbot Matra Murena]]. The galvanization process increased [[Stiffness#Rotational stiffness|torsional rigidity]] by 60 per cent and bending resistance by 20 per cent, at a cost of a {{convert|30|kg|lb|abbr=on}} weight gain.<ref name=AGp141/> Weight distribution was rather front heavy, with 62.9 per cent of the weight being over the front wheels (original petrol version).<ref name=AGp144>[[#AGgw|De Leener]], p. 144</ref>

The Espace was eventually launched by Renault in July 1984. After a slow start, a mere nine Espaces were sold in the first month,<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3VJDIeeSdAE [[Top Gear (2002 TV series)|Top Gear]] - Historic People Carrier Racing - official Top Gear YouTube channel provided legally by BBC</ref> consumers realised the benefits of the [[Minivan|MPV]] concept and the Espace became popular. The introduction of the Espace required the relatively small Matra factory to cease production of the Murena to make room for the Espace. It was sold in the [[United Kingdom]] from August 1985. In October 1984 the turbodiesel versions Turbo D and Turbo DX arrived.<ref name=AGp143/>

In 1984, [[American Motors|American Motors Corporation]] (AMC) announced it would begin to market the front wheel drive Espace in the United States.<ref>{{cite journal|url= https://books.google.com/books?id=jQAAAAAAMBAJ&q=The+efficient+minivan+has+taken+over+as+the+people-hauler+of+choice&pg=PA75 |title=New generation minivans |first=Richard |last=Stepler |journal=Popular Science |date=February 1985 |pages=74–75 |volume=226 |issue=2 |access-date=7 September 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url= https://www.nytimes.com/1984/10/03/business/amc-to-import-renault-mini-van.html |title=A.M.C. to Import Renault Mini-Van |date=3 October 1984 |newspaper=The New York Times |access-date=7 September 2014}}</ref> The minivan was exhibited to consumers at the 1985 [[Chicago Auto Show]], but AMC's negotiations with [[Matra]] continued over the vehicle's import pricing.<ref>{{cite news|url= https://www.chicagotribune.com/1985/03/13/amc-will-not-import-new-larger-alliance/ |title=AMC Will Not Import New, Larger Alliance |date=13 March 1985 |first=James |last=Mateja |newspaper=Chicago Tribune |access-date=6 September 2014}}</ref> Plans for the Espace to be launched in the United States ended with the purchase of AMC by Chrysler.

[[File:Renault Espace1 1984 rear 20140122.jpg|thumb|right|Pre-facelift Renault Espace]]
[[File:Renault Espace1 1984 front 20140122.jpg|thumb|left|Phase I turbodiesel, showing the larger front grille]]
In 2004, [[BBC]]'s motoring show ''[[Top Gear (2002 TV series)|Top Gear]]'' set up a race between two Espaces, a [[Toyota Previa]], a [[Toyota MasterAce]], a [[Mitsubishi Space Wagon]], and a [[Nissan Serena]]. The Espaces came first and second - although as Jeremy Clarkson pointed out, Richard Hammond was driving a V6 Espace, giving him a performance advantage over the other vehicles.<ref>Historic People Car Racing, [[Top Gear (series 5)|series 5, episode 5]]:
*Clarkson: "Can I just ask - did yours have the V6 engine?"
*Hammond: (laughing) "You noticed that did you?  My car was ''so'' much faster than them that it was a bit embarrassing!"</ref>

===Facelift===
[[File:Renault Espace rear 20080930.jpg|thumb|right|Renault Espace (facelift)]]
[[File:Renault Espace front 20080930.jpg|thumb|left|Renault Espace (facelift)]]
Building upon its success, the Espace was revamped in 1988, with most of the remaining Talbot/Simca content being replaced by equivalent Renault parts. The chassis and mechanical components of the car remained largely unchanged.

The most obvious cosmetic exterior difference, between the very first Espaces and the revamped post 1988 models, were the changed headlights: the forward-slanting lights with orange indicator casing of the original Espace were replaced with backward-slanting lights, with a clear indicator casing.

Along with the changes in design, a four-wheel-drive version called Quadra was also introduced.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.motorsportmagazine.com/archive/article/march-1988/28/impressions/|title=Impressions; Renault Espace Quadra|website=Motor Sport Magazine|date=7 July 2014 }}</ref>

===Grancar Futura===
Brazilian Ford Concessionaire Grancar, in cooperation with Toni Bianco, developed a faithful copy of the original Espace in Brazil in 1990. Called the '''Grancar Futura''', it was powered by four-cylinder engines (AP1800/AP2000) from [[Autolatina|Ford/Volkswagen's]] local lineup, while using the dashboard from the [[Ford Del Rey]] and the [[Ford Escort (Europe)#Brazil2|Escort]]'s fuel tank.

With Renault upset about intellectual property infringement and market liberalization undercutting the car's ''raison d'être'', the Futura came to an end in the end of 1991, after 159 cars had been built.<ref name=QRodas>{{cite magazine | magazine = [[Quatro Rodas]] | url = https://quatrorodas.abril.com.br/noticias/grandes-brasileiros-grancar-futura/ | title = Grandes Brasileiros: Grancar Futura | trans-title = Great Brazilians: the Grancar Futura | language = pt | date = 2016-11-23 | last = Nunes | first = Anderson }}</ref>
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=={{Anchor|2}}Second generation (J63; 1991)==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Espace II
| image = Renault Espace front 20080215.jpg
| aka = Renault Univers (China)
| layout = [[Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine, front-wheel-drive]] / [[Front-engine, four-wheel-drive layout|four-wheel-drive]]
| engine = {{ubl | '''[[Petrol engine|Petrol]]:'''
  | 2.0&nbsp;L ''[[Douvrin engine#J7R|J7R]]'' [[Straight-four engine|I4]]
  | 2.2&nbsp;L ''[[Douvrin engine#2.2|J7T]]'' I4
  | 2.8&nbsp;L [[PRV engine|''Z7W'']] [[V6 engine|V6]]
  | '''[[Diesel engine|Diesel]]:'''
  | 2.1&nbsp;L ''[[Douvrin engine#J8S|J8S-852]]'' [[Turbo-diesel|turbo]] I4
  }}
| transmission = 5-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]]<br>4-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]]
| production = 1991–1996 (F)<br />1994–1999 (PRC)
| assembly = {{ubl |France: [[Romorantin-Lanthenay|Romorantin]] ([[Matra]]) |China: [[Xiaogan]] ([[Sanjiang Renault Automobile|SRAC]])}}
}}
[[File:Renault Espace rear 20080215.jpg|thumb|left|Renault Espace (rear)]]
A heavily revised Espace was launched in January 1991, adopting the Renault family look, to replace the [[Talbot (automobile)|Talbot]] themed styling of the original. This was essentially a reskin of the original car, with a new dashboard and other interior improvements. The chassis was left unchanged. Matra's facilities still limited production and deliveries were highly allocated during the first few years.<ref name="TV1291.10">{{cite magazine | ref = RC91 | title = Plats för förnuft | trans-title = Room for rationality | language = sv | magazine = [[Teknikens Värld]] | publisher = Specialtidningsförlaget AB | location = Stockholm, Sweden | page = 10 | date = 1991-06-13 | issue = 12 | volume = 43 | first = Robert | last = Collin }}</ref> New was the option of a V6 engine, the company's 2,849-cc PRV V6 with {{cvt|153|PS|kW|0}}. Four-wheel-drive ("Quadra") was only available with the 2.2-litre petrol four; an automatic transmission was initially not offered.<ref name="TV1291.11">[[#RC91|Collin 1991]], p. 11.</ref>

The second generation saw mostly minor changes during its lifespan. A four-speed automatic option was added to the V6. In 1995 a version of the turbodiesel with a variable vane turbocharger was added to the lineup; thanks to this, power increased from {{cvt|88|to|92|PS|kW|0}}. Production ceased in October 1996, after 316,419 examples had been built. This generation Espace was also "assembled" in China, where Sanjiang Renault Automobile received nearly complete Espaces and sold them as locally assembled product thanks to loopholes in the Chinese [[Knock-down kit|CKD]] regulations.<ref name=b_rouge>{{cite web | url=http://boitierrouge.com/2016/09/04/sanjiang-renault-espace-et-trafic-les-inconnues-chinoises-ou-presque/ |title=Sanjiang-Renault Espace et Trafic: les inconnues chinoises (ou presque) | first = Paul | last = Clément-Collin |work= Boîtier Rouge | language =fr |date = 2016-09-04 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20161215104345/http://boitierrouge.com/2016/09/04/sanjiang-renault-espace-et-trafic-les-inconnues-chinoises-ou-presque/ | archive-date = 2016-12-15 | url-status = usurped }}</ref>

===Espace Biturbo Quadra===
A high performance prototype (P46) called the Espace Biturbo Quadra was also proposed by Matra in 1990, before the second generation Espace entered production. It was to use the same engine that was later installed in the [[Renault Safrane|Safrane Biturbo]], which produced around {{cvt|270|PS|kW|0}}.

However, it never entered production due to the concern of its stability, and only a single prototype remains today. The estimated performance figures of it were: 0 to 100&nbsp;km/h around 7.5 seconds, top speed above 230&nbsp;km/h.
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===Espace F1===
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}}
In 1995, Renault displayed a show car called the Espace F1, which was created by Matra to celebrate both the tenth anniversary of the Espace and Renault's involvement in Formula One racing. Though it resembled an Espace with substantial bodywork changes, the vehicle had more in common with a [[Formula One]] car.

The vehicle used a lightweight [[carbon fibre]] F1 style chassis in combination with a carbon fibre reinforced Espace J63 series body (as opposed to [[fibreglass]] on the standard model). Powering the Espace F1 was an {{convert|800|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} (upgraded from its original rating of {{convert|700|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}) 3.5 litre, forty valve Renault RS5 [[V10 engine]], as used in the 1993 [[Williams FW15C|Williams-Renault FW15C]].

As with an F1 car, the V10 engine was [[Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel drive layout|mid engined]] (as opposed to the conventional [[Front-engine, front-wheel drive layout|front-engined layout]]) and the power was transmitted to the rear wheels via a six speed semi automatic gearbox, also used in the Williams FW15C.

The engine and transmission allowed the Espace F1 to accelerate from {{convert|0|-|100|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} in 2.8 seconds, {{convert|0|-|200|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} in 6.9 seconds and carry on accelerating to a top speed of {{convert|312|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}.

With the use of carbon ceramic brakes, the Espace F1's deceleration was no less impressive than its acceleration, and could accelerate from {{convert|0|-|270|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} and brake to a complete halt in under {{convert|600|m|ft|0}}.

This version of the Espace was featured in [[sim racing]] video game ''[[Gran Turismo 2]],'' and a slightly altered version will make a return in ''[[Gran Turismo 7]]''  in 2025, 26 years after its initial appearance. <ref>{{Cite web |last=Evans |first=Andrew |date=2025-11-08 |title=Renault Espace F1 Returns to Gran Turismo |url=https://www.gtplanet.net/espace-f1-returns-polestar-debut-20251108/ |access-date=2025-11-10 |website=GTPlanet |language=en-US}}</ref> [[Frank Williams (Formula One)|Frank Williams]] was a noted passenger of the Espace F1, chauffeured by Williams driver [[David Coulthard]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.williamsdb.com/matra-williams-renault-espace-f1/ |title=Matra Williams Renault Espace F1 |date=17 December 2012 |publisher=Williamsdb.com |access-date=7 September 2014}}</ref> The Espace F1 currently resides in the [[Matra]] Museum in France.<ref>{{cite web|url= http://www.museematra.com/?page_id=203 |title=Le Musée |publisher=Musée Matra |language=fr |access-date=7 September 2014}}</ref>
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=={{anchor|III|third|3|JE0}}Third generation (JE0; 1996)==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Espace III
| image = 2002 Renault Espace Expression DCi 2.2 Front.jpg
| production = 1996–2002
| related = [[Renault Avantime]]
| length = {{convert|4517|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />{{convert|4787|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (Grand Espace)
| width = {{convert|1810|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />{{convert|2070|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (Grand Espace)
| height = {{convert|1690|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />{{convert|1700|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (Grand Espace)
| engine = {{ubl | '''[[Petrol engine|Petrol]]:''' | 2.0&nbsp;L [[Renault F-Type engine#F3x|''F3R'']] [[Straight-four engine|I4]] | 2.0&nbsp;L [[Renault F-Type engine#F4x|''F4R-701'']] [[Multi-valve|16V]] I4 | 3.0&nbsp;L [[PRV engine|''PRV'']] [[V6 engine|V6]] | 3.0 24V [[PSA ES engine|''L7X'']] V6 | '''[[Diesel engine|Diesel]]:''' | 1.9&nbsp;L [[Renault F-Type engine#F9Q|''F9Q'']] [[Turbodiesel|dTi]] 8V I4 | 2.2&nbsp;L [[Renault G-Type engine|''G'']] dT 12V I4 | 2.2&nbsp;L [[Commonrail injection|dCi]] 16V I4 }}
| assembly = {{ubl |France: [[Romorantin-Lanthenay|Romorantin]] ([[Matra]]) |China: [[Xiaogan]] ([[Sanjiang Renault Automobile|SRAC]])}}
| aka = Enviro 2000 (Malaysia)
| transmission = 5-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]]<br>4-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]]
}}
[[File:2002 Renault Espace Expression DCi 2.2 Rear.jpg|thumb|left|Renault Espace (short wheelbase)]]

The third generation Espace arrived in December 1996, with the long wheelbase Grand Espace coming to market in the beginning of 1998. The most notable feature of the Espace III was the radically futuristic interior (including an elongated and centrally mounted dashboard, digital speedometer and radio/CD display). Once again, the Espace III featured a plastic ([[fiberglass|GRP]]) body over a galvanised independent steel chassis. The Espace III received a facelift in September 2000.

=== Powertrain ===

In November 1999, a smaller, 1.9-litre turbodiesel had been added to the lineup. The Espace III shared much of its running gear with the [[Renault Laguna|Laguna]] of the same era. Although Renault-badged, the Espace III continued to be built by [[Matra]].

A number of third generation Espaces were used as bases for [[Natural gas vehicle|NGV]] and taxi conversions for the [[Kuala Lumpur International Airport]] and the [[Kuala Lumpur Sentral]] transportation hub in [[Malaysia]], rebranded as Enviro 2000s.

=== Gallery ===

[[File:Espace III jaslo rear.jpg|thumb|left|Renault Grand Espace, the long wheelbase version (1998–2002)]]
The third generation Espace was the last Espace to be built by [[Matra]] (the short lived [[Renault Avantime|Avantime]] was subsequently produced on the same production line). During 2001, [[Matra]] and [[MG Rover]] discussed a possible deal to build reskinned Espaces, as well as market them. However, the deal failed to happen.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.austin-rover.co.uk/index.htm?blrenaultf.htm |title=L'affaire Renault |publisher=Austin-rover.co.uk |first=Asopèe |last=Simeli |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20071107115536/http://www.austin-rover.co.uk/index.htm?blrenaultf.htm |archive-date=7 November 2007 |access-date=7 September 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/new-rover-45-delayed-one-more-time|title=New Rover 45 delayed one more time|publisher=autocar.co.uk|access-date=14 May 2015}}</ref>

Production ended in September 2002, with the final production number being 357,120.
[[File:Sanjiang Espace - FL.jpg|thumb|left|Sanjiang Espace]]
[[File:Enviro 2000 (Renault Espace III-based), Kuala Lumpur.jpg|thumb|left|Enviro 2000 in Malaysia]]
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=={{Anchor|4}}Fourth generation (J81; 2002)==
{{Infobox automobile
| name       = Espace IV
| image      = File:Renault Espace Edition 25th dCi 175 (IV, Facelift) – Frontansicht, 17. Juli 2011, Ratingen.jpg
| production = 2002–2015<ref name=e1>{{cite web |url=http://www.media.renault.com/documents/InformationKits/ok_ATLASmai2012-gb.pdf |title=Renault Atlas (May 2012) |publisher=Renault |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120808172445/http://www.media.renault.com/documents/InformationKits/ok_ATLASmai2012-gb.pdf |archive-date=8 August 2012 |url-status=dead |access-date=3 August 2012 |df=dmy }}</ref><ref name=e2>{{cite web| url=http://www.rushlane.com/renault-2013-espace-minivan-photos-1237392.html |title=Renault reveals 2013 Espace Minivan: Sales commence in July (Photos) |publisher=Rushlane.com |date= 24 June 2012 |access-date=4 August 2012}}</ref><ref name=e3>{{cite web| url=http://europe.autonews.com/assets/PDF/CA78290223.PDF |title=Guide to assembly plants in Europe 2012 |publisher=Autonews.com |access-date=4 August 2012}}</ref><ref name=e4>{{cite web |url=https://www.sylc-export.com/les-voitures-americaines-doccasion |title=Alpine Factory (Dieppe) |publisher=Renault Sport Media Website |date=12 March 2012 |access-date=4 August 2012 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170816153217/https://www.sylc-export.com/les-voitures-americaines-doccasion |archive-date=16 August 2017 |df=dmy-all }}</ref>
| assembly   = France: [[Sandouville]] ([[Sandouville Renault Factory|Sandouville Factory]])<ref name=e1/><ref name=e3/><ref name=e4/>
| layout     = [[Front-engine, front-wheel drive layout|Front-engine, front-wheel drive]]
| engine     = '''[[Petrol engine|Petrol]]:'''<br/>[[Renault F-Type engine#F4x|2.0]] [[Inline-four engine|I4]]<br />[[Renault F-Type engine#F4x|2.0]][[Turbocharger|T]] I4<br />[[Nissan VQ engine#VQ35DE|3.5]] [[V6 engine|V6]]<br />'''[[Diesel engine|Diesel]]:'''<br/>[[Renault F-Type engine#F9x|1.9]] I4<br />[[Nissan MR engine#M9R|2.0]] I4<br />[[Renault G-Type engine#GxT|2.2]] I4<br />[[DMAX V6 engine|3.0]] V6
|transmission = 6-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]]<br />5-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]]<br />6-speed automatic
|wheelbase    = {{convert|2803|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (Espace)<ref name="espace_iv">{{Cite web|url=https://www.autoevolution.com/cars/renault-espace-2006.html|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20101113013303/http://www.autoevolution.com/engine/renault-espace-2006-20-16v.html|url-status=dead|title=RENAULT Espace Specs & Photos - 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014|first=Tudor|last=Serban|archivedate=13 November 2010|website=autoevolution}}</ref><br />{{convert|2868|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (Grand Espace)<ref name="grand_espace_iv">{{Cite web|url=https://www.autoevolution.com/cars/renault-grand-espace-2006.html|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20140202150357/http://www.autoevolution.com/engine/renault-grand-espace-2006-19-dci.html|url-status=dead|title=RENAULT Grand Espace Specs & Photos - 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014|first=Tudor|last=Serban|archivedate=2 February 2014|website=autoevolution}}</ref>
|length       = {{convert|4661|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (Espace)<ref name="espace_iv"/><br />{{convert|4859|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (Grand Espace)<ref name="grand_espace_iv"/>
|width        = {{convert|1859|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<ref name="espace_iv"/><ref name="grand_espace_iv"/>
|height       = {{convert|1730|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (Espace)<ref name="espace_iv"/><br />{{convert|1750|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (Grand Espace)<ref name="grand_espace_iv"/>
|designer     = Thierry Métroz
}}

The fourth generation Espace arrived in November 2002, being the first entirely Renault developed and produced model. This model is 90% recyclable, and contains numerous weight reducing materials, thus cutting fuel consumption. The aluminium doors and bonnet are {{convert|20|kg|lb|0|||abbr=on}} lighter than steel equivalents.

Its styling was reflective of a new design direction at Renault, symbolised by the radical [[Renault Vel Satis|Vel Satis]] and [[Renault Avantime|Avantime]] models, marking a major departure from the previous model, which also saw the range moved upmarket.

In 2006, the Espace received a thorough facelift (Phase II) and added new 2.0 litre and 3.0 litre dCi engines.<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://www.worldcarfans.com/10602087818/new-renault-espace-facelift |title=Renault Espace Gets Another Facelift |date=8 February 2006 |publisher=Worldcarfans.com |access-date=7 September 2014 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140923030307/http://www.worldcarfans.com/10602087818/new-renault-espace-facelift |archive-date=23 September 2014 |df=dmy-all }}</ref> In October 2010, a slight redesign was unveiled at the [[2010 Paris Motor Show|Paris Motor Show]] (Phase III), with minor cosmetic changes, [[Light-emitting diode|LED]] lights and improved equipment.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.renault.com/en/Vehicules/motor-show-blog/archive/2010/10/13/renault-espace-isn%E2%80%99t-space-the-ultimate-luxury.aspx |title=Renault Espace: isn't space the ultimate luxury? |publisher=Renault Motor Shows blog |date=13 October 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101213200702/http://www.renault.com/en/Vehicules/motor-show-blog/archive/2010/10/13/renault-espace-isn%E2%80%99t-space-the-ultimate-luxury.aspx |archive-date=13 December 2010 |access-date=7 September 2014 |url-status=dead |df=dmy-all }}</ref>

In 2002, Renault goals were to deliver 450,000 units of the Espace IV before 2009, which would account for 20% of the European market for an MPV. The fourth generation Espace came third from the bottom in the ''[[Top Gear (2002 TV series)|Top Gear]]'' Satisfaction Survey 2005.
<gallery>
File:Renault Espace Edition 25th dCi 175 (IV, Facelift) – Heckansicht (1), 17. Juli 2011, Ratingen.jpg|Renault Espace (facelift)
File:Renault Espace front 20080108.jpg|Renault Espace (pre-facelift)
File:Renault Espace rear 20080108.jpg|Renault Espace (pre-facelift)
File:1-1111 2006 Renault Espace Dynamique dashboard.jpg|Interior
</gallery>
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===Phase 4===
[[File:Renault Espace facelift (front).JPG|left|thumb|2012 facelift Renault Espace]]
On 22 June 2012, Renault announced a restyling of the Espace (Phase IV), the second important after 2006,<ref name=e6>{{cite web| url= http://media.renault.com/global/en-gb/renault/Media/PressRelease.aspx?mediaid=32786 |title=New Renault Espace: continuing to define luxury… |publisher=Renault |date=22 June 2012 |access-date=5 August 2012}}</ref><ref name=e5>{{cite web| url=http://www.worldcarfans.com/112051544356/new-renault-espace-facelift-previewed |title=New Renault Espace facelift previewed |work=Worldcarfans |publisher=Worldcarfans.com |access-date=5 August 2012}}</ref><ref>{{cite web| url= http://www.autoevolution.com/news/renault-espace-gets-another-facelift-44976.html |title=Renault Espace Gets Another Facelift |author=Radu, Mihnea |date= 15 May 2012 |publisher=Autoevolution.com |access-date=5 August 2012}}</ref> incorporating the "family feeling" design concept of [[Laurens van den Acker]]. Also, it introduced new 2.0 dCi (M9R) engines, in order to meet the French regulations regarding the limitations on [[Carbon dioxide|{{CO2}}]] emissions.<ref name=e6/> The car continued in production until the launch of a new generation.<ref name=e5/>
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===Safety===
The Espace IV passed the [[Euro NCAP]] car safety tests with following ratings:<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sylc-export.com/les-voitures-americaines-doccasion |title=Renault Espace &#124; Euro NCAP - For safer cars crash test safety rating |publisher=Euro NCAP |access-date=2010-12-02}}</ref>
{| class="wikitable"
|-
|Adult Occupant:
|{{rating|5|5}}
|-
|Pedestrian:
|{{rating|2|4}}
|}

The 2003 Espace featured in British motoring television show ''[[Fifth Gear]]'' twice, once when it was crashed into a J63 Espace, and again when it was crashed into a 1990s Land Rover Discovery, both at 64&nbsp;km/h (40&nbsp;mph). The passenger compartment in the Espace was kept fairly intact both times, but the dummies in the older Espace and the Discovery were smashed between the seats and the dashboard, leaving no survival possibilities.

===Reviews===
The Renault Espace IV has received decent to good reviews from motoring journalists and is often cited as one of the best vehicles in the large MPV class.

* [[The Automobile Association|The AA]] {{rating|8|10}}<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sylc-export.com/les-voitures-americaines-doccasion|title=Car Reviews: Renault Grand Espace 2.0 dCi Privilege |publisher=The AA |access-date=2010-12-02}}</ref><br>'The [Espace] is the MPV to beat all MPVs; it's spacious, luxurious and drives well for a car this size. And there's no question of it being mistaken for anything else on the road.'
* [[Autocar (magazine)|Autocar]] {{rating|3.5|5}}<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autocar.co.uk/CarReviews/RoadTestsVerdict/Renault-Espace-Grand-3.0-V6-dCi-Privil%C3%A8ge-Auto/217581/ |title=Renault Grand Espace 3.0 V6 dCi Privilège Auto |publisher=Autocar.co.uk |access-date=2010-12-02 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120222052630/http://www.autocar.co.uk/CarReviews/RoadTestsVerdict/Renault-Espace-Grand-3.0-V6-dCi-Privil%C3%A8ge-Auto/217581/ |archive-date=22 February 2012 }}</ref><br>'The interior is well executed, but even the Grand Espace isn't that spacious with seven on board. Build quality is impressive, as are the diesels, but avoid petrol power.'
* [[Auto Express]] {{rating|3|5}}<ref>{{cite magazine|url=http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/carreviews/firstdrives/66571/renault_grand_espace.html |title=Renault Grand Espace &#124; First Drives &#124; Car Reviews |magazine=Auto Express |date=2006-04-12 |access-date=2010-12-02}}</ref><br>'The restyle hasn't dented the visual appeal of the Espace. Yet although the interior is more practical, it's simply not as versatile as the cabins of rivals such as the new Ford Galaxy, or upmarket competitors like Land Rover's Discovery.'
* [[Car Magazine|Car]] {{rating|4|5}}<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.parkers.co.uk/gbu/Detail.aspx?deriv=37252 |title=Renault Grand Espace - 2.0 dCi Dynamique (150bhp) 5d Auto - Car Data |publisher=Parkers.co.uk |access-date=2010-12-02 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110716202008/http://www.parkers.co.uk/gbu/Detail.aspx?deriv=37252 |archive-date=16 July 2011 }}</ref><br>For: Gigantic<br>Against: A bit unwieldy
* [[Parker's Car Guides|Parker's]] {{rating|4|5}}<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.parkers.co.uk/cars/reviews/renault/grand-espace-2003.aspx |title=New Renault Grand Espace Car Review - Parker's |publisher=Parkers.co.uk |access-date=2010-12-02 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101024122424/http://www.parkers.co.uk/cars/reviews/renault/grand-espace-2003.aspx |archive-date=24 October 2010 }}</ref><br>Pros: Masses of cabin room, superb long distance cruiser, strong dCi engines<br>Cons: Can be expensive to buy, seats don't fold flat, sheer size makes it tricky to manoeuvre
* [[Top Gear (magazine)|Top Gear]] {{rating|6.5|10}}<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.topgear.com/uk/renault/espace-grand-espace |title=Renault Espace/Grand Espace expert car review verdict - BBC Top Gear |publisher=Topgear.com |access-date=2010-12-02 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110208083828/http://www.topgear.com/uk/renault/espace-grand-espace |archive-date=8 February 2011 }}</ref><br>'The last word in MPVs, the Renault Espace is simply vast, but manages to be stylish and unconventional at the same time. Available in regulation and Behemoth 'Grand' guises, either is the ultimate solution for those with a distrust of birth control.'
* [[What Car|What Car?]] {{rating|3|5}}<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.whatcar.com/car-reviews/renault/espace-mpv/summary/25134-7 |title=Renault Espace MPV - Summary - New Car Review - What Car? |publisher=Whatcar.com |access-date=2010-12-02 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100528110753/http://www.whatcar.com/car-reviews/renault/espace-mpv/summary/25134-7 |archive-date=28 May 2010 }}</ref><br>'Decent space for people, if not their luggage. The Espace offers a refined drive and some refined engines, but some rivals are cheaper and more versatile.'
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=={{Anchor|5}}Fifth generation (JFC; 2015)==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Espace V
| image = Renault Espace Intens ENERGY dCi 160 EDC (V) – Frontansicht, 2. Mai 2015, Düsseldorf.jpg
| production = 2015–2023
| layout = [[Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine, front-wheel-drive]]
| length = {{convert|4878|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1888|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1675|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|2884|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| engine = {{ubl 
  | '''[[Petrol engine|Petrol]]:'''
  | 1.6&nbsp;L ''[[Nissan MR engine#MR16DDT|M5M]]'' [[Turbocharger|turbo]] [[Straight-four engine|I4]]
  | 1.8&nbsp;L ''[[Nissan MR engine#M5Pt|M5Pt]]'' turbo I4
  |'''[[Diesel engine|Diesel]]:'''
  | 1.6&nbsp;L ''[[Renault R-Type engine#R9M 130|R9M 130]]'' [[Turbodiesel|turbo]] I4
  | 1.6&nbsp;L ''[[Renault R-Type engine#R9M 160|R9M 160]]'' [[twin-turbo]] I4
  | 2.0&nbsp;L ''[[Nissan MR engine#M9R|M9R]]'' turbo I4
}}
| transmission = {{ubl |6-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]] |6-speed ''6DCT450/451'' [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] [[Getrag]] |7-speed ''7DCT300'' automatic [[Getrag]]}}
| platform = [[Renault–Nissan Common Module Family|Renault CMF platform]] (CMF-CD)
| assembly = France: [[Douai]] ([[Douai Renault Factory]])
}}
[[File:Renault Espace Intens ENERGY dCi 160 EDC (V) – Heckansicht, 2. Mai 2015, Düsseldorf.jpg|thumb|left|Rear view (pre-facelift)]]
[[File:Renault Espace V dash.jpg|thumb|left|Interior (pre-facelift)]]

The fifth-generation Espace was unveiled at the [[2014 Paris Motor Show]] in October 2014. It abandons the conventional large MPV design of previous generations, instead having [[Crossover (automobile)|crossover SUV]] styling.{{according to whom?|date= October 2025}} The car is based on the [[Renault–Nissan Common Module Family]] architecture developed by both [[Renault]] and [[Nissan]].<ref name="auto1"/>

The Renault Espace has [[radar]] [[Adaptive Cruise Control|adaptive cruise control]] as an option, and [[active emergency braking]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.renaultgroup.com/en/innovation-2/connected-vehicle/|title=Connected vehicle for a smarter mobility|website=www.renaultgroup.com |date=31 July 2025 }}</ref>

It is offered with the latest version of Renault's R Link 2 information system (voice control, navigation, Bluetooth and radio), engine stop start, emergency brake assist, lane departure warning and road sign recognition with speed limit alerts, 360 degree sensors, reversing camera and a hands free parking system.

The Espace V is only available in markets with [[Left- and right-hand traffic|LHD]], with [[Left- and right-hand traffic|RHD]] vehicles not built nor sold, as with the [[Renault Talisman]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/renault/espace/88717/new-renault-espace-at-the-2014-paris-motor-show|title = Renault Espace News & Reviews}}</ref>

In June 2017, the 1.6-liter petrol engine was replaced by the larger 1.8 TCe. In September 2018, both of the 1.6-liter R-type diesel engines were replaced by larger, more powerful 2.0-liter engines from Nissan's [[Nissan MR engine|MR engine family]].

An updated Renault Espace was commercialized from Summer 2020.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-07-21|title=Essai Renault Espace restylé (2020): vaisseau fantôme|url=https://www.auto-moto.com/essais/essai-renault-espace-restyle-2020-vaisseau-fantome-244065.html|access-date=2021-01-05|website=Auto moto |language=fr-FR}}</ref> This update comprises a new interior, additions to assisted driving options, an updated EasyLink infotainment system and a new dashboard. The petrol-engined models were taken out of production in October 2020, leaving only two-liter diesels. The lower powered diesel was discontinued in January 2022 and currently the Espace is only offered with the Blue dCi 190 EDC engine with {{cvt|189|PS|kW|0}}.

Vehicle production of this model was halted in March 2023.<ref>{{Cite news |title=Essai Renault Espace (2023) : dernier voyage en monospace |url=https://www.largus.fr/actualite-automobile/essai-renault-espace-2023-dernier-voyage-en-monospace-30024885.html |access-date=2023-02-05 |website=www.largus.fr}}</ref>
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===Engine specifications===
{|class="wikitable sortable collapsible"
|+Petrol engines
|-
!Model!!Year(s)!!Displacement!!Fuel type!!Power!!Torque!!{{convert|0|–|100|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}}!!CO<sub>2</sub> Emissions
|-
!TCe 200 EDC7<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.ultimatespecs.com/car-specs/Renault/70956/Renault-Renault-Zen-TCe-200-EDC7.html |title=2015 Renault Espace 5 Zen TCe 200 EDC7 Technical Specifications |publisher=ultimatespecs.com}}</ref>
|03/2015–06/2017||{{cvt|1618|cc|cuin|1}}||Petrol||{{cvt|200|PS|kW bhp|0}}||{{cvt|260|Nm|lbft|0}}|| 8.5 s|| 140 g/km

|-
!Energy TCe 225 EDC7<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.renault.fr/vehicules/vehicules-particuliers/espace/motorisations.html |title=Renault ESPACE : performances |publisher=www.renault.fr}}</ref>
|07/2017–10/2020||{{convert|1798|cc|cuin|1|abbr=on}}||Petrol||{{cvt|225|PS|kW bhp|0}}||{{cvt|300|Nm|lbft|0}}|| 7.6 s|| 152 g/km<ref>{{cite web |url=http://media.renault.com/global/en-gb/renault/Media/PressRelease.aspx?mediaid=91340 |title=Introducing Renault ESPACE model 2017 with the new TCe 225 EDC petrol engine |publisher=Renault}}</ref>

|}
{|class="wikitable sortable collapsible"
|+Diesel engines
|-
!Model!!Year(s)!!Displacement!!Fuel type!!Power!!Torque!!{{convert|0|–|100|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}}!!CO<sub>2</sub> Emissions
|-
!dCi 130<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.ultimatespecs.com/car-specs/Renault/70953/Renault-Renault-Zen-dCi-130.html |title=2015 Renault Espace 5 Zen dCi 130 Technical Specifications |publisher=ultimatespecs.com}}</ref>
|rowspan="2"|03/2015–08/2018||rowspan="2"|{{convert|1598|cc|cuin|1|abbr=on}}||[[Turbodiesel]]||{{cvt|131|PS|kW bhp|0}}||{{cvt|320|Nm|lbft|0}}|| 10.8 s|| 119 g/km
|-
!dCi Twin Turbo 160 EDC6<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.ultimatespecs.com/car-specs/Renault/70954/Renault-Renault-Zen-dCi-Twin-Turbo-160-EDC6.html |title=2015 Renault Espace 5 Zen dCi Twin Turbo 160 EDC6 Technical Specifications |publisher=ultimatespecs.com}}</ref>
|[[Twin-turbo]] diesel||{{cvt|160|PS|kW bhp|0}}||{{cvt|380|Nm|lbft|0}}|| 9.7 s|| 123 g/km
|-
!2.0 Blue dCi 160 EDC
|09/2018–01/2022||rowspan="3"|{{convert|1997|cc|cuin|1|abbr=on}}||rowspan="3"|Turbodiesel||{{cvt|160|PS|kW bhp|0}}||{{cvt|360|Nm|lbft|0}}|| 10.5–11.0 s||rowspan="2"| 147–152 g/km
|-
!2.0 Blue dCi 190 EDC
|10/2020–current||{{cvt|189|PS|kW bhp|0}}||rowspan="2"|{{cvt|400|Nm|lbft|0}}|| 10.6 s
|-
!2.0 Blue dCi 200 EDC
|09/2018–10/2020||{{cvt|200|PS|kW bhp|0}}|| 9.1 s|| 148 g/km
|}
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===Initiale Paris===
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Renault Initiale Paris
| image = Renault Initiale Paris IAA 2013.jpg
| caption = The Renault Initiale Paris Concept
| manufacturer = [[Renault]]
| production = 2013
| class = [[Concept car]]
| body_style = 5-door [[Multi-purpose vehicle|MPV]]
| layout = [[Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine]], [[front-wheel-drive]]
| engine = 
| length = 
| width = 
| height = 
| wheelbase = {{convert|2884|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = 
| predecessor = [[Renault Egeus]]<br />[[Renault Ondelios]]
}}

The fifth-generation Espace was preceded by the Initiale Paris [[concept car]], which is similar to the production version. The concept was unveiled in September 2013 at the [[Frankfurt Motor Show#2013|Frankfurt Motor Show]]. It has [[Crossover (automobile)|crossover SUV]] styling and various luxury elements,<ref name=CARMAG>{{cite web| url=http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/News/Search-Results/First-Official-Pictures/Renault-Initiale-Paris-concept-2013-at-Frankfurt-motor-show/ |title=Renault Initiale Paris concept (2013) at Frankfurt motor show  |work=carmagazine.co.uk |publisher=[[Car (magazine)|Car]] |author=Kew, Ollie |date=10 September 2013 |access-date=20 October 2014}}</ref> previewing also the new Renault's Initiale Paris luxury sub-marque.<ref>{{cite web| url=http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/frankfurt-motor-show/renault-initiale-paris-concept-shown |title=Renault Initiale Paris concept shown |publisher=Autocar |author=Rendell, Julian |date=10 September 2013 |access-date=20 October 2014}}</ref>

The car incorporates an aluminium&ndash;[[poly(methyl methacrylate)]] roof, which has a map of [[Paris]].<ref>{{cite web| url=https://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/car-manufacturers/renault/10289068/Renault-Initiale-Paris-concept-car-hints-at-next-Espace.html |title=Renault Initiale Paris concept car hints at next Espace  |work=telegraph.co.uk |publisher=[[Telegraph Media Group]] |author=Wilkinson, Leo |date=10 September 2013 |access-date=20 October 2014}}</ref>

The engine is a 1.6 litre diesel unit.<ref name=CARMAG/> The Initiale Paris is the final installment of [[Laurens van den Acker]]'s "cycle of life" six-concept series, with each one representing, according to Renault, a lifetime moment: "love" ([[Renault DeZir]]), "explore" ([[Renault Captur#Captur concept|Renault Captur]]), "family" ([[Renault R-Space]]), "work" ([[Renault Frendzy]]), "play" ([[Renault Twingo#Concept cars|Renaults Twin'Z and Twin'Run]]) and "wisdom" (Renault Initiale Paris).<ref>{{cite web| url=http://www.carbodydesign.com/2013/09/renault-initiale-paris-concept/ |title=Renault Initiale Paris Concept |publisher=Car Body Design |date=12 September 2013 |access-date=20 October 2014}}</ref>
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=={{Anchor|6}} Sixth generation (2023)==
{{Main|Renault Austral#Espace}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Espace VI
| image = Renault Espace VI Automesse Ludwigsburg 2024 IMG 1558.jpg
| caption = 2024 Espace Esprit Alpine (pre-facelift)
| aka = 
| production = 2023–present
| designer = 
| assembly = Spain: [[Palencia]] ([[Renault España|Renault Spain]])
| platform = [[Renault–Nissan Common Module Family#CMF-CD|Renault–Nissan CMF-CD]]
| related = {{unbulleted list
  | [[Renault Austral]]
  | [[Renault Rafale]]
  }}
| engine = {{unbulleted list
  | '''[[Petrol engine|Petrol]] [[Hybrid electric vehicle|hybrid]]:'''
  | 1.2 L [[Nissan HR engine#HR12DDV (Renault HR12)|''HR12'']] [[Straight-three engine|I3]] turbo full hybrid
  | 1.3 L [[Nissan HR engine#HR13DDT (Renault H5Ht / Mercedes-Benz M282)|''H5Ht'']] [[Straight-four engine|I4]] turbo mild hybrid
  }}
| motor = {{convert|67|hp|PS kW|abbr=on|0}} (E-Tech Hybrid)
| powerout = {{convert|NNNN|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}}
| transmission = {{unbulleted list
  | Multimode clutchless automatic hybrid transmission
  | ''X-Tronic'' [[Continuous variable transmission|CVT]]
  }}
| drivetrain = {{unbulleted list
  | [[Hybrid vehicle drivetrain#Power-split or series-parallel hybrid|Power-split]]
  }}
| battery = {{unbulleted list
  | 2.0 kWh [[lithium-ion]]
  }}
| wheelbase = {{convert|2738|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4722|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.motor1.com/news/652370/2024-renault-espace-suv-teasers/|title=2024 Renault Espace Shows Shorter SUV Body In Fresh Teasers|date=February 14, 2023|website=Motor1.com}}</ref>
| width = {{convert|1843|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1645|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|1587–1698|kg|lbs|0|abbr=on}}
| predecessor = [[Renault Koleos]]<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-03-27 |title=Renault Espace gets an SUV makeover, goes on a diet |url=https://europe.autonews.com/cars-concepts/renault-espace-minivan-reborn-suv |access-date=2023-03-28 |website=Automotive News Europe |language=en}}</ref><br> [[Renault Scénic|Renault Grand Scénic]]
| sp = uk
}}
Unveiled on 28 March 2023, the sixth-generation Espace is heavily based on the [[Renault Austral|Austral]], sharing most of the body panels including the front end and the interior.<ref name="auto"/>

<gallery widths="200" heights="140">
File:Renault Espace VI Automesse Ludwigsburg 2024 IMG 1503.jpg|Rear view (pre-facelift)
File:Renault Espace VI IAA 2023 1X7A0630.jpg|Interior (pre-facelift)
</gallery>
===Facelift===
The Espace received a facelift in March 2025. Upgrades included a new front end inspired by the [[Renault Rafale]]. It also received a new hood and tailgate as well as new rear lights. New seats were added into the interior as well as extra soundproofing.<ref>{{Cite web |date=March 19, 2025 |title=This is the facelifted Renault Espace and no, you still can't have it
 |url=https://www.topgear.com/car-news/first-look/facelifted-renault-espace-and-no-you-still-cant-have-it |website=top gear.com}}</ref>

<gallery widths="200" heights="140">
File:2025 Renault Espace VI IMG 3348.jpg|2025 Renault Espace (facelift)
File:2025 Renault Espace VI IMG 3343.jpg|Rear view (facelift)
</gallery>
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==See also==
*[[Renault Modus]], the [[mini MPV]] of the manufacturer
*[[Renault Scénic]], the [[compact MPV]] of the manufacturer
*[[Renault Avantime]]

==References==
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==Further reading==
*{{cite news|first=Giles |last=Chapman |url=http://motoring.independent.co.uk/features/article49085.ece |title=Classic Cars: The Renault Espace |newspaper=The Independent |location=London |date=27 July 2004 |access-date=7 September 2014 }}{{dead link|date=November 2016 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}

==External links==
{{commons category|Renault Espace}}
* [http://www.renaultretail.co.uk/cars/new/espace/espace/dynamique%20tomtom/ Official Renault Espace UK spec page]
* [http://www.matrasport.dk/Cars/Espace/espace-index.html Gallery and historical data]

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