Where can I buy a used Renault Espace?
The Renault Grand Espace is the long wheelbase version of the standard Espace, providing more comfort and space in this seven seater for people and luggage. If you want the large version of what many consider to be the original MPV, find a used Renault Grand Espace at Motors.co.uk.
What was the weight gain of the Renault Espace?
The galvanization process increased torsional rigidity by 60 percent and bending resistance by 20 percent, at a cost of a 30 kg (66 lb) weight gain. Weight distribution was rather front heavy, with 62.9 percent of the weight being over the front wheels (original petrol version). The Espace was eventually launched by Renault in July 1984.
Where is the Renault Espace in Gran Turismo 2?
This version of the Espace was featured in driving simulator game Gran Turismo 2. Frank Williams was a noted passenger of the Espace F1, chauffeured by Williams driver David Coulthard. The Espace F1 currently resides in the Matra Museum in France.
What does the fifth generation Espace look like?
The fifth generation is introduced with a crossover SUV -inspired styling while keeping the space-oriented MPV body style. 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.
What was the first generation of the Renault Espace?
The first three generations of the Espace were amongst the first contemporary minivans or MPVs and were manufactured by Matra for Renault. The Renault Grand Espace is a long wheelbase (LWB) version with increased rear leg room and boot size. The name “Espace” means “space” in French.
This version of the Espace was featured in driving simulator game Gran Turismo 2. Frank Williams was a noted passenger of the Espace F1, chauffeured by Williams driver David Coulthard. The Espace F1 currently resides in the Matra Museum in France.
When did the fifth generation Espace come out?
The fifth generation Espace was unveiled at the 2014 Paris Motor Show in October 2014. It abandons the large MPV design of previous generations, instead having a mid-size luxury crossover styling. The car is based on the Renault–Nissan Common Module Family architecture developed by both Renault and Nissan.
What’s the difference between Renault P23 and Espace?
One restraint was that Renault used longitudinally mounted engines whereas the P23 had been designed with the more efficient 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.
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When did the third generation Espace come out?
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).
Do you have to remove the seats in a Renault Grand Espace?
The seats all fold, rotate and slide, but if you want a completely flat load area, they must be removed – which means you need somewhere to store them. Rivals offer more versatile load and passenger solutions without the need to completely remove the seats.
Is the Renault Espace a good MPV car?
The Renault Espace is at the top of the price spectrum for MPVs, but shop around and you should be able to secure a decent discount. The range is relatively simple, with the entry-level Team model a bit light on equipment.