Renault Espace 5
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
224 PS
1.8L Turbo Benzin
Strongest Espace
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Engine Overview
The Renault Espace 5 is available with 4 engine variants — from 131 to 224 hp. 2 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The Renault 1.6L dCi (Diesel, 131–160 PS) comes with 2 different engines: R9M (2015–2018, Be Careful) and R9M (2015–2018, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.6L dCi!
The Renault 2.0L dCi (Diesel, 160–200 PS) comes with 3 different engines: M9R (2018–2023, Be Careful) and M9R (2018–2023, Be Careful) and M9R (2020–2023, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.0L dCi!
The Renault 1.6L Turbo (Petrol, 200 PS) has the M5M (1.6L Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 4 known weaknesses.
The Renault 1.8L Turbo (Petrol, 224 PS) has the M5P (1.8L Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.
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Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Rear wheel steering electric motors faulty The electric actuators of the rear wheel steering fail particularly on early Espace V models. Renault subsequently switched supplier for later build years. Symptoms: Rear wheel steering warning light, unusual driving behaviour, reduced steering assistance | High |
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 28 weaknesses have been documented for the Renault Espace 5 (2015–2023) — 21 engine-related and 7 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Suspension, Rust, Other, Electronics.
Espace (R9M, 2015–2018) — Be Careful: Timing Chain Stretch, Connecting Rod Failure (Condensation Water), EGR Cooler Crack / Coolant Loss. Power: 131 PS.
Espace (R9M, 2015–2018) — Be Careful: Timing Chain Stretch, Connecting Rod Failure (Condensation Water), EGR Cooler Crack / Coolant Loss. Power: 160 PS.
Espace (M9R, 2018–2023) — Be Careful: Turbocharger Boost Control Valve / Failure, Injector Removal Causes Cylinder Head Damage, Coolant Loss / Seal Damage. Power: 160 PS.
Espace (M9R, 2018–2023) — Be Careful: Turbocharger Boost Control Valve / Failure, Injector Removal Causes Cylinder Head Damage, Coolant Loss / Seal Damage. Power: 200 PS.
Espace (M9R, 2020–2023) — Be Careful: Turbocharger Boost Control Valve / Failure, Injector Removal Causes Cylinder Head Damage, Coolant Loss / Seal Damage. Power: 189 PS.
Espace (M5M, 2015–2017) — Be Careful: Intake Port Carbon Build-Up (Direct Injection), Turbocharger Wear, EDC Dual-Clutch Gearbox Judder. Power: 200 PS.
Espace (M5P, 2017–2023) — Be Careful: Metal Particles in Oil Pressure Control Valve (Recall), Recall: Oil Pressure Solenoid with Metal Particles, Fuel Pump Failure on Early Build Years. Power: 224 PS.
What to watch out for with the Renault Espace? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee