Renault unveils retro E-Space concept at Paris motor show
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 13 Oct, 22:02 · Archive
Renault has unveiled the E-Space, a retro-styled electric concept car inspired by the original 1984 Espace people mover.
Renault unveiled the E-Space concept car at the 2026 Paris motor show. The electric concept draws heavily from the original 1984 Espace, featuring a wedge-shaped bonnet, steeply raked windscreen, expansive glasshouse with large front quarter windows, flat roof and squared-off wheel arches. However, the E-Space diverges from its predecessor with an upright tailgate, much larger dimensions, lightly bulging fenders and reversed-hinged rear doors.
Measuring 4.7 metres long, 2.02 metres wide and 1.67 metres tall, the concept considerably exceeds the original Espace's dimensions of 4.25 metres long, 1.78 metres wide and 1.66 metres tall. The cabin features a bright and airy interior with a Bauhaus-inspired design. The concept seats six passengers in identical seats inspired by furniture designer Pierre Paulin's work. Second-row seats can swivel through 180 degrees to face the third row and fold flat to create a table with a built-in Connect 4 game. The console between second-row seats houses a fridge, air purifier and video game controller storage.
Fabrice Cambolive, head of the Renault brand, told Autocar that the E-Space concept is not intended to directly preview a production model. Renault's immediate priorities are launching the Trafic E-Tech van and the next-generation Scenic and Rafale vehicles. Only after those launches will the company consider the Espace's future.
How it is being reported
- Renault E-Space: Retro people mover concept unveiled in ParisThe Renault range might gain another retro-styled EV, but the company is focussing first on critical new SUVs.The West Australian · 13 Oct, 21:49
- Renault E-Space: Retro people mover concept unveiled in ParisThe Renault range might gain another retro-styled EV, but the company is focussing first on critical new SUVs.Perth Now · 13 Oct, 21:49
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