Renault have taken the new generation Espace into
the 2017MY by adding a new petrol engine. Developed by Renaultsport and
available on the Zen, Intense, and Initiale Paris flavors, the lump delivers
225 PS and 300 Nm of torque, which is 25 PS and 40 Nm of torque more than the TCe 200 that it replaces.
It works in conjunction with a 7-speed automatic
gearbox, and despite the extra oomph, it uses up just 6.8 l/100 km (42 UK mpg /
35 US mpg), in the NEDC cycle, and emits 152 g/km of CO2.
The 2017 Renault Espace has also received other
upgrades, including 18- and 19-inch wheels and a new exterior color called
Titanium Gray, while inside, it gets Sand Grey leather upholstery, ventilated
seats, and the R-Link 2 infotainment system, which is compatible with Apple
CarPlay and Android Auto.
Renault have already started taking orders for the
revised MPV in France, where it can be purchased from € 40,600, with other markets to will follow shortly.