The new Renault E-Space Concept, set to be revealed in full at next week’s Paris motor show, previews a new electric version of the game-changing MPV.
The bold concept is intended to channel the spirit of the 1984 original, which helped spearhead the popularity of MPV models in the pre-SUV age.
While the Escape is currently in its sixth generation, the current model – which isn’t sold in the UK – has essentially morphed into a large SUV.
Renault said that the new E-Space Concept is designed as “a future-focused vision of the original” and will serve as a “reboot”.
Few details of the E-Space Concept – and no interior pictures – have been revealed ahead of its official unveiling at Paris, but Renault said it's 4700mm long and reflects “a new approach to the design of family cars”.
The exterior images confirm the family resemblance to the original Espace, with a sharply raked front and a squared-off rear to maximise interior space.
Renault claimed that interior will be “generously sized, high-tech and welcoming”.
While Renault has insisted the E-Space is purely a concept, it hinted that it's intended to “explore possible futures” and a production version would fit with the brand’s new Futuready strategy.
While SUVs remain dominant in global sales charts, there has been a resurgence in MPVs as firms electrify their line-ups, skateboard-style EV chassis being well-suited to spacious family vehicles.
The E-Space Concept will be the headline act on a large stand that Renault will have at its home motor show.
The firm has also previewed a new version of its Twingo electric city car, featuring a ‘Twingobay’ panoramic glass roof.
Featuring a 0.7sqm glass roof that filter out 99.9% of UV rays, it's claimed to increase the sense of space in the car for passengers.
Meanwhile, Renault will also showcase the new lithium-iron-phosphate batteries coming to its EVs and display the recently revealed 8 Gordini concept.
