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.
When did the fourth generation of Espace come out?
Renault introduced the fourth generation of the Espace range in 2002 and, by 2006, it had to improve it to the Euro 4 emission standards, but it did more than that. The French carmaker offered the Espace in two lengths versions named Espace and Grand Espace.
What’s the difference between the 1998 and 2002 Espace?
The 2002 Grand Espace is an improved version of the 1998 model which comes with multiple redesigned interior and exterior elements. The first things you’ll notice when comparing the two models is the reshaped grille and fog beams as well as the headlights which have been extended to the A pillar.
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.
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.
When did the fourth generation Espace come out?
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 20 kg (44 lb) lighter than steel equivalents.
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.
The 2002 Grand Espace is an improved version of the 1998 model which comes with multiple redesigned interior and exterior elements. The first things you’ll notice when comparing the two models is the reshaped grille and fog beams as well as the headlights which have been extended to the A pillar.