Body style: Van
Segment: Large MPV
Production years: 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997
Renault launched the second generation of the Espace MPV in 1991 and proved that it was the car to beat in that segment.
Even though in other segments, Renault was not a tough competitor, the Espace was the best European minivan since its production started in 1984. With the 1991 model, the French automaker really killed its competition and, furthermore, made the American minivans look outdated and outplaced in Europe.
With a design that resembled a TGV's engine (French High-speed trains), the raked front fascia formed an almost continuous curved line between the bumper and the car's roof. The small rectangular headlights looked like they were carried over from a sedan. On the profile, the bodywork showed an almost equal area of glass and metal parts, while the back showed a vertical drop for the tailgate.
Inside, due to the vast glass area, the Espace offered a fish-tank experience to its customers. Besides the thicker D-pillars, there were almost no real obstacles to block the passengers' view. In addition, the driver also had an excellent view of the road thanks to the low-mounted dashboard and high-mounted seats. There was plenty of legroom and headroom for the first and second rows of seats, while the third row was good enough for teenagers, not just for children.
Under the hood, Renault offered a wide choice of engines, both gasoline, and a fuel-efficient turbo-diesel.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.2i 5MT FWD (110 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2165 cm3 |
Power: | 81 KW @ 5000 RPM 110 HP @ 5000 RPM 109 BHP @ 5000 RPM |
Torque: | 125 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM 170 Nm @ 3500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 20.3 gallons (76.8 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 108.7 mph (175 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/65 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.4 in (4430 mm) |
Width: | 70.9 in (1801 mm) |
Height: | 66.5 in (1689 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.3/59.1 in (1,481/1,501 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 101.6 in (2581 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 230.9 cuFT (6538 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2965.2 lbs (1345 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4695.8 lbs (2130 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 24.2 mpg US (9.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 230.9 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.9L V6 5MT FWD (152 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 2849 cm3 |
Power: | 112 KW @ 5400 RPM 152 HP @ 5400 RPM 150 BHP @ 5400 RPM |
Torque: | 166 lb-ft @ 2500 RPM 225 Nm @ 2500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 20.3 gallons (76.8 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 121.2 mph (195 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.4 in (4430 mm) |
Width: | 70.9 in (1801 mm) |
Height: | 66.5 in (1689 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.3/59.1 in (1,481/1,501 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 101.6 in (2581 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 31.8 cuFT (900 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3298.1 lbs (1496 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4894.3 lbs (2220 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 20.3 mpg US (11.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 276.1 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.1L dT 5MT FWD (88 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2068 cm3 |
Power: | 65 KW @ 4250 RPM 88 HP @ 4250 RPM 87 BHP @ 4250 RPM |
Torque: | 134 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 181 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Indirect Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 20.3 gallons (76.8 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 100.7 mph (162 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 15 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/65 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.4 in (4430 mm) |
Width: | 70.9 in (1801 mm) |
Height: | 66.5 in (1689 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.3/59.1 in (1,481/1,501 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 101.6 in (2581 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.9 in (124 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 31.8 cuFT (900 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3124 lbs (1417 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4784 lbs (2170 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 31.4 mpg US (7.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 198.8 g/km |