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Renault Espace Trunk Dimensions

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Renault Espace - All trunk dimensions at a glance: width, height, length, depth (with the rear seats folded down and upright). — Trunk dimensions Renault Espace (Minivan). Access in 3D

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Renault Espace (Minivan) Trunk Dimensions

Renault Espace (Minivan) Trunk Dimensions
Measurement	Value
Width of Trunk	42.6 in
Length of Trunk	43.9 in
Height of Trunk	31.3 in

Renault Espace (Minivan) Car Dimensions

Renault Espace (Minivan) Car Dimensions
Measurement	Value
Length of Car	186.9 in
Width of Car	72 in
Height of Car	64.8 in

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Trunk dimensions Renault Espace

The Renault Espace 2022 offers a generous trunk with a volume of about 16.8 cu ft, which can be expanded up to 64.2 cu ft when the rear seats are folded down. The rear bench is usually split 60:40, allowing flexibility when transporting luggage.

The interior design is modern and functional, with a low loading edge that makes loading and unloading easier.

The trunk dimensions vary within the model range, with a rather rectangular shape that optimizes the use of space. Typical features include high practicality and the ability to use various loading options to meet user needs.

Model Information

The Renault Espace is a versatile van known since its introduction in the 1980s for its spacious interior and innovative technology. The latest series of the Espace combines modern design with practical features and offers seating for up to seven passengers.

The Espace is ideal for families and provides a comfortable driving environment as well as a variety of safety and assistance systems.

Variants of the Same Series

The Renault Espace is mainly offered as a van. There are no direct variants like sedan or convertible within the Espace range that could cause confusion. The focus is on versatility and cargo space, which distinguishes the Espace from other Renault models.

Yearly Differences

The Renault Espace has undergone several model changes over the years that have affected body dimensions and trunk measurements.

The current generation, introduced in 2021, has a greater width and height compared to earlier models, resulting in an improved interior feel and more storage space. Earlier models, especially the fourth generation (2002-2014), had smaller trunk volumes and less flexible seat configurations.

Direct Competition

In the same price range and size, the Renault Espace competes with models like the Volkswagen Sharan and the Ford Galaxy. The Volkswagen Sharan offers a trunk volume of about 29.3 cu ft with seats up, making it somewhat roomier in this category.

The Ford Galaxy, on the other hand, has a similar volume to the Espace but offers a different seat configuration that can affect space requirements. These differences can be decisive depending on individual needs.

More Affordable Alternatives

More affordable alternatives to the Renault Espace with similar trunk dimensions include models like the Dacia Lodgy or the Citroën Berlingo. The Dacia Lodgy offers a trunk volume of up to 29.2 cu ft, making it an attractive option for buyers on a limited budget.

The Citroën Berlingo, on the other hand, offers a flexible interior layout and a trunk volume of up to 53 cu ft with folded seats, making it especially suitable for families needing a lot of cargo space.

Cargo space Renault Espace

Renault Espace trunk space volume — Trunk volume Renault Espace

Trunk Volume

The volume data is inconsistent but shows a clear picture: as a normal trunk, measurements vary widely. There are three relevant values:

Manufacturer specification: 7.5 cu ft.
Independent measurement: 16.4 cu ft (under the trunk cover).
A general comparison value results in ≈12 cu ft, which is -19.4 % below the average car.

With the rear bench folded down, the cargo space grows significantly:

Up to the window sill: approx. 30.5 cu ft (independent measurement).
Roof height: manufacturer specification up to 72.5 cu ft, independent measurement 52.4 cu ft. The differences clearly show how much the result depends on the measurement method and counting unit.

Practical consequence: The Espace offers more flexibility in everyday transport of large loads but is smaller than average as a pure trunk for daily shopping.

For families needing variable cargo space (e.g., holiday luggage or bulky items with folded seats), it is well suited; as pure storage in five-seat operation, it is rather average.

Vehicle Size and Parking Friendliness

The Espace measures 187 in length, 72 in width, and 65 in height. Compared to an average car, it is 7.5 in longer, 0.8 in narrower, and 3.1 in taller.

Regarding parking practice: it is 9.8 in shorter and 26.4 in narrower than a typical parking space, so parking in normal spots is generally unproblematic.
The moderate width (72 in) facilitates inner-city traffic and tight parking spaces.

Conclusion: Despite somewhat greater length, the Espace remains parking-friendly; the higher body can be considered when maneuvering in underground garages or at low barriers.

Trunk Usability and Flexibility

Electric tailgate standard, operable via button inside, at the rear, remote control, keyless, and foot sweep — high operating comfort.
High loading edge: 31.1 in above the road. This significantly complicates loading and unloading heavy items.
Tailgate opening height only about 1.80–1.82 m, complemented by a prominently protruding lock — limits loading of very tall items.
Roll cover cannot be stowed under the loading floor → less space-saving handling.
Interior equipment: 12-V socket in the trunk, bag hooks, side compartment, and storage under the floor; loading area largely flat with folded seats.
Lighting: only one halogen light on the right → insufficient illumination of the large trunk.
Seat system: asymmetrically foldable second row, pass-through available; seats can also fold with headrests. The mechanism is however cumbersome (spring-loaded rear bench) and can pinch belts.
Third row: entry difficult and hardly acceptable for adults; as a seven-seater, only 4.1 cu ft of trunk volume remains.

Everyday consequence: versatile use with folded seats (large loading volumes), but comfort losses when loading/unloading (high loading edge, low opening) and limitations at night/bad weather due to poor lighting. The electric tailgate and consumer socket increase utility.

General Model Information

Familiarity
The Renault Espace is established as a family-friendly van/mid-size SUV; known for variability of seat concepts.

Special Features
Electric tailgate with multiple opening options, versatile seat configurations, 12-V connection in the trunk, largely flat loading floor with folded seats.

Characteristics
High curb weight 1,783 kg, payload 581 kg. Third row cramped and unsuitable for adults, heavy seat mechanism, problematic high loading edge (31.1 in), and poor trunk lighting.

Price-Performance Ratio
Strengths lie in variability and comfort features (electric tailgate, socket, flat loading floor).

Weaknesses (small normal trunk according to some data, high loading edge, unstable volume data, poor lighting) reduce everyday usefulness — the ratio therefore strongly depends on usage profile (frequent large cargo vs. daily trunk use).

Competitor Models
Comparable are other variability-oriented vans and large compact SUVs with variable seat concepts (e.g., Volkswagen Touran/Multivan, Peugeot 5008, Citroën C5 Aircross, or larger compact SUVs).

Key comparison points are trunk volume in five- and seven-seat operation, loading edge height, and tailgate opening dimensions.

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Tested: 100 products — 88 fit with seats up, 8 only with seats folded.

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10 fit upright, 3 folded-only, 0 do not fit.

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Renault Espace (Minivan) Trunk Dimensions

Renault Espace (Minivan) Car Dimensions

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Trunk dimensions Renault Espace

Model Information

Variants of the Same Series

Yearly Differences

Direct Competition

More Affordable Alternatives

Cargo space Renault Espace

Trunk Volume

Vehicle Size and Parking Friendliness

Trunk Usability and Flexibility

General Model Information

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