Renault Scenic, Espace and Ford Galaxy Comparisons Updated

I've added comparisons to these old faithfuls. They include the new VW Sharan, Vauxhall Meriva, Peugeot 5008 and 3008 which have all been announced during the past 12-months.

If you check the Renault Espace comparisons you'll see it still has the largest maximum load space and a well thought out interior.

The Renault Scenic comparisons show how it's still very competitive and becoming a benchmark in this class. It's hard to beat for space and versatility. It's car like to drive with efficient engines.

Making Ford Galaxy comparisons reveal how a large, expensive MPV car can still compete when it comes to engine efficiency.

The new VW Sharan is certainly more spacious and engine efficient than the old Sharan. However, I can't see how the Sharan offers anymore than the evolved Galaxy. Both are more engine efficient than the Espace.

A spacious alternative to all three can be seen when you compare them with the 7-seat Peugeot 5008. The 5008 about matches the Galaxy and non-Grand Espace for interior capacity. VW don't publish interior capacities, they give dimensions. The 5008 has a much lower entry price. And it appears to be as efficient as the Sharan and Galaxy.

The 5008 also has the edge on the Scenic Grand for internal space. Otherwise they seem similar. The Scenic has a lower entry price.

The Vauxhall Meriva and 3008 are smaller cars. The Meriva has a low entry price but as you walk up the model range you can spend over £20,000. Scenics and the 5008 start well under £20,000.

As for the 3008, is it a hatch, a SUV an MPV? I've put it in the MPV category.

Regards
Ralph