API GL-4, SAE 75W-80 or 75W-90 synthetic gear oil.
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
Approx. 4644 mm (182.8 in)
Width:
Approx. 1830 mm (72.0 in)
Height:
Approx. 1730 mm (68.1 in)
Wheelbase:
Approx. 2870 mm (113.0 in)
Interior
Seating Capacity:
5 to 7 seats, with removable/adjustable individual rear seats.
Weights
Kerb Weight Typical:
1500 - 1700 kg (3300 - 3750 lbs) depending on engine and equipment.
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Euroncap Rating Approximate:
4 stars (Euro NCAP, 1999 for Espace III)
Active Features
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution).
Traction Control:
Optional Traction Control System (TCS).
Passive Features
Airbags:
Driver and front passenger airbags, optional side airbags.
Seatbelts:
3-point inertia reel seatbelts with pre-tensioners for all seats.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Factory-fitted radio/cassette or CD player with steering wheel controls. Amplified sound systems available.
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Optional cruise control and speed limiter.
Connectivity
Parking Sensors:
Optional rear parking sensors.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval Petrol:
Every 15,000 km (9,300 miles) or 12 months, whichever comes first (synthetic oil recommended).
Oil Change Interval Diesel:
Every 10,000 km (6,200 miles) or 12 months for older turbo-diesels, 15,000 km (9,300 miles) for common rail diesels.
Timing Belt Replacement:
Recommended every 120,000 km (75,000 miles) or 5 years for most petrol engines (F4R). Varies for other engines, consult manual.
Fluid Specifications
Coolant Type:
Renault Coolant Type D (Glaceol RX Type D) - Blue or Green colour.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 4
Power Steering Fluid:
Renault PSF Class 1 or Dexron II/III compatible fluid.
Known Issues
Common Electrical Faults:
Issues with window regulators, central locking, dashboard warning lights, and sensor failures (e.g., crankshaft position sensor).
Common Mechanical Faults:
Wear on suspension bushes, potential for turbocharger issues on diesel engines, clutch wear, automatic gearbox (DP0/AL4) requiring regular fluid changes and careful driving.
Common Comfort Issues:
HVAC system performance, door seal integrity, occasional interior trim rattles.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Renault Heritage:
Renault is a long-standing French automotive manufacturer with a history of innovation in vehicle design and engineering, particularly in MPVs.
Model Evolution
Espace Generations:
The Espace III (JE0) is the third generation of the pioneering Espace MPV, launched in 1996, succeeding the Espace II and preceding the Espace IV.
Platform:
Based on Renault's advanced platform for its era, featuring a galvanised steel chassis and composite body panels.
Production
Production Location:
Initially produced at the Matra facility in Romorantin-Lanthenay, France, later transferred to Renault's Haren plant in Belgium.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Mpv Pioneer:
The Espace is widely recognized as the originator of the modern MPV segment, setting the benchmark for space, versatility, and innovative design.
Ratings
Design Awards:
While specific awards for the 2001 model are hard to pinpoint, the Espace III was praised for its advanced design and passenger comfort upon its release.
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