Renault Espace 1997 - 2002 - used, advantages, disadvantages

In 1997, the third generation Renault Espace was launched, which lasted until 2002. Although it retained the basic concept of its predecessor, the support frame was reinforced in the new model, which increased the weight of the car itself, so entry-level engines were rather weak. In the third generation of the Escape, the engine was positioned transversely, resulting in greater cabin space and visibility.

The standard came with five seats, and for an additional fee you could buy a very rare seven-seater with a trunk of only 275 liters. Since 1997, the Grand Espace has been available, which is 27 centimeters longer, so the boot volume has been increased to 520 liters. With the seats folded, the volume of the trunk increases to 3000 liters.

Standard safety equipment included airbag for driver and front passenger i ABS. On the Euro NCAP crash test Renault Espace won four stars.

The engines include four-cylinder 114hp and 140hp petrol engines and 98hp and 129hp turbo diesel. The strongest engine is a six cylinder 3.0 diesel engine with 167 or 190 hp.

The problems that occur with Renaul Espace are: gearbox problems, engine overheating, electronics failure, battery and alternator problems, oil loss, sensitive lights, exhaust system is prone to corrosion.

Gasoline engines consume 10 liters per 100 kilometers while diesel engines consume 8 liters per 100 kilometers. The top model V6 consumes about 13 liters per 100 kilometers.

Advantages - Renault Espace

• certainty
• Spacious interior
• Interior variability

Mane - Renault Espace

• Oil loss
• Gearbox problems
• Engine overheating
• Electronics Failure Problems
• Battery faults
• Mistakes with the alternator
• Exhaust corrosion
• Poor interior material
• Sensitive lighting

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