2025 Renault Espace E-Tech Iconic

• The 2025 Renault Espace E‑Tech Iconic debuts as a sleek 5‑/7‑seat hybrid SUV with 200 hp from a 1.2L turbo petrol + dual electric motors.

• Sharp proportions, swooping surfaces, and a planted stance set it apart in a crowded crossover market.

• Priced from ~€40,376 in France for 5 seats (Iconic trim ~€48,000), it brings high-end tech without going electric.

Hybrid Power Meets Family-Size Form

The 2025 Renault Espace E‑Tech Iconic grabs attention early with its hybrid punch. The 1.2‑litre turbo petrol engine (130 hp) pairs with two electric motors—70 hp main motor and 25 hp starter—producing 200 hp total . Kick-down is zippy. Balanced. And yes, it sidesteps plug-in drama while nodding to EV trends.

Form, Function and Float

The Espace’s stance feels wide and confident. Measuring 4,746 mm long and 1,830 mm wide , it’s bigger than typical family crossovers but sleek enough to avoid bulk. Flowing surfaces meet crisp lines. The rear LED bar stretches the width visually, while the rising roofline hints at 7‑seat modularity. It’s not a slab — more athletic than tall-people mover.

Tech You Feel, Not Just See

Inside, Renault packs in tech without over-egging it. Look around: a digital instrument cluster meets openR Link infotainment with Google built-in. It’s slick, but easygoing. On the Iconic trim you get power‑adjusted and heated seats (with massage), 20‑inch wheels, and black detailing on grille and rails . Ambient lighting and head-up display? Yep.

Handling That Feels Right

It’s not just about straight‑line hybrid economy—though at 4.8 L/100 km and up to 1,100 km range, it’s efficient . The E‑Tech Iconic also adds 4Control four‑wheel steering and multibridge rear suspension for agility . Around tight lanes it tucks into corners better than a big SUV should.

Standing Up to Rivals

Against the likes of Volkswagen ID.7, Toyota Highlander Hybrid, or Hyundai Santa Fe, the E‑Tech Iconic isn’t the cheapest. But it’s softer in delivery, quieter in hybrid mode, and sharper in presence. Global SUV fans watching the EV wave will appreciate the Espace’s hybrid balance—it's a premium middle-ground. Plus, its modularity and family sizing make it versatile without EV anxiety.

Technical Specification

• Performance

  • System output: 200 hp (147 kW) combined hybrid power

  • 1.2 L 3-cyl turbo petrol: 130 hp (96 kW) + 205 Nm

  • Main electric motor: 70 hp (50 kW), 205 Nm

  • Secondary electric motor (starter generator): 25 hp (18 kW), 50 Nm

• Body Measurements

  • Length: 4,720–4,746 mm (185.8–186.8 in)

  • Width: 1,843 mm (72.6 in)

  • Height: 1,645 mm (64.8 in)

  • Wheelbase: 2,738 mm (107.8 in)

• Powertrain

  • Hybrid E-Tech system on CMF-CD platform

  • Clutchless multi-mode automatic gearbox (dogbox) with two electric gears

  • Front-wheel drive; advanced 4Control four-wheel steering available

• Capacities

  • Fuel tank: 55 L

  • Battery: ~1.7–2 kWh lithium-ion, 400 V

  • Emissions: ~4.6–4.8 L/100 km (WLTP), 105–110 g CO₂/km

  • Range: Up to approx. 1,100 km

  • Seating: 5 or 7 configurations; boot up to 943 L in five-seat layout

• Price

  • Techno (Base): ~€40,376 (5-seat)

  • Esprit Alpine: ~€46,000

  • Iconic (Top): ~€48,000

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