Diesel · 2002–2014
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All about the Renault Espace 4All about the 2.0 dCi (Renault-Nissan M9R) engine
The 2.0 dCi (Renault-Nissan M9R) engine was fitted to the Renault Espace 4 (2002–2014). In the EU that is 96.2 % of all new cars of this generation.
Versions: 2.0 150 hp, 2.0, 2.0 173 hp, 2.0 131 hp.
The most expensive known risk is electronic parking brake (Scénic / Espace): it usually appears at 80,000–200,000 km and costs €250–800 to fix.
✓ The faults of this engine were checked against sources (10/2026). Each item has at least two independent sources or an official recall or parts-maker technical note.
Signs: Knocking from the bottom end, oil pressure warning; can end in a seized engine
Fix: Change oil every 15,000-20,000 km instead of 30,000 km with RN0720 oil; at the first knock stop and have the bearings checked and replaced
Signs: Power loss, limp mode, EGR fault codes
Fix: Check the EGR connector and wiring for corrosion, then clean or replace the valve
Signs: 'Card not detected', won't start
Fix: Repair or replace the card reader
Signs: Window drops or jams
Fix: Replace the regulator
Signs: Parking brake warning, won't release
Fix: Repair or replace the actuator
Signs: Boot won't open
Fix: Replace the lock / switch
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
Signs: Rattle at idle, vibration pulling away
Fix: Replace with clutch
Signs: Delayed or harsh shifts
Fix: Fluid service, repair
Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €2,400–5,450. Sum of the services and wear parts in the plan above (about 15,000 km a year, independent workshop), without faults.
Intervals and typical prices for the Renault Espace 4 with the 2.0 dCi (Renault-Nissan M9R) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Fuel filterFuel | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €40–110 |
| Glow plugsEngine | every 100,000 km | €120–300 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engine | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 Diesel1,995 cm³ · 110 kW (150 hp) | 34.7 % | 2011–2014 | — | — |
| 2.0 Diesel1,995 cm³ | 25.2 % | 2010–2014 | — | — |
| 2.0 Diesel1,995 cm³ · 127 kW (173 hp) | 24.6 % | 2011–2014 | — | — |
| 2.0 Diesel1,995 cm³ · 96 kW (131 hp) | 11.8 % | 2011–2014 | — | — |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (4). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
The faults with the highest risk: electronic parking brake (Scénic / Espace) (80,000–200,000 km, €250–800); EGR valve faults (incl. connector corrosion) (80,000–200,000 km, €150–700); keycard reader / immobiliser (60,000–200,000 km, €150–450).
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5W-30 · Renault RN0720 · ~6.0 L · every 15,000 km.
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Main sources for the faults of this engine:
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles. How we check the data →
Updated 29/10/2026