Renault Espace (97-03) - Review

Review by Parkers on
This Espace is the third generation of the car that started the European people-carrier phenomenon back in the mid-1980s. Always a leader, it stays ahead of the current pack, with clever use of space, slick styling, improved ride, and better driveability, plus the safest body in its class. But the current generation has built a following among middle-class families with its chic looks and aerodynamic profile. It's not a cheap used buy, but it's worth every penny.
4 out of 5

Equipment

Entry-level specification is badged RT with swiveling front seats and electric mirrors. RT-X models add fog lamps, headlamp wash, roof bars and uprated audio. RXE spec adds alloy wheels and an opening tailgate window. V6 RXE adds cruise control and a trip computer. 2.0 16v models were launched in April '99. Range was rebadged in Dec 2000. Alize became Authentique, RT-X became Privilege and there was a new luxury Initiale. New 2.2 dCi 16v turbo-diesel replaced the dT unit.

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  • ABS
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm
  • Alloy wheels
  • Audio remote
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • CD
  • CD Multichanger
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Cruise control
  • Driver`s airbag
  • Electric mirrors
  • Folding rear seats
  • Front electric windows
  • Front fog lights
  • Full size spare wheel
  • Headlight washers
  • Heated mirrors
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • Isofix child seat anchor points
  • Leather seat trim
  • Manual sunroof
  • Metallic Paint
  • Partial leather seat trim
  • PAS
  • Passenger`s airbag
  • Rear electric windows
  • Remote locking
  • Roof rails
  • Side airbags
  • Steel wheels
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