The RENAULT GRAND ESPACE (2003-12) is a large, seven-seat MPV: a people carrier rather than an SUV or hatchback, built to give families room to travel together. In the UK used-car market, it is now an older, affordable alternative to newer family vans and large SUVs. Mycarcheck.com has recorded 1,391 checks covering 695 distinct VINs, offering a useful snapshot of interest in these cars. Its flexible cabin and generous passenger space make the Grand Espace best suited to larger families, school runs and holidays, especially when carrying several passengers or lots of luggage. Compared with rivals such as the Ford Galaxy and Volkswagen Sharan, it is known for a distinctive, comfort-focused approach and an airy interior. The trade-off is its size: it is less convenient in tight streets and parking spaces than a conventional family car. Checks show 120,000 average recorded miles, £1,700 average private-sale valuation, and three previous keepers.