Renault 21 21 Hatchback (L48)

Renault - 21 Hatchback (L48)

Details-
BrandRenault
Model21
Generation21 Hatchback (L48)
Modification2.2 i (110 Hp)
Start Of Production1989
End Of Production1994

Performance

The car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 192 km/h (119.3 mph).

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph9.9 sec
Max Speed192 km/h 119.3 mph

Body & Dimensions

This hatchback offers spacious seating for five and boasts a comfortable ride. Its dimensions make it suitable for urban commuting and tight parking situations. The engine provides adequate power for everyday driving, and the handling is responsive.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeHatchback
Seats5
Doors5
Length4460 mm 175.59 in.
Width1730 mm 68.11 in.
Height1415 mm 55.71 in.
Wheelbase2660 mm 104.72 in.
Front Track1430 mm 56.3 in.
Rear Track1400 mm 55.12 in.

Fuel Consumption

The car has a fuel efficiency of 7.9 l/100 km combined, with excellent fuel efficiency in both urban and extra-urban conditions. It offers a powerful engine and comfortable ride.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban11.8 l/100 km 19.93 US mpg 23.94 UK mpg 8.47 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban6.5 l/100 km 36.19 US mpg 43.46 UK mpg 15.38 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined7.9 l/100 km 29.77 US mpg 35.76 UK mpg 12.66 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The 21 model is a compact car with a 1.6L inline 4-cylinder engine producing 110 horsepower at 5000 rpm and 169 Nm of torque at 3500 rpm. It features a 5-speed manual transmission and front-wheel drive. The engine is naturally aspirated and has a compression ratio of 9.5:1. The car has a spring strut front suspension and torsion rear suspension.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power110 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power Per Litre50.8 Hp/l
Torque169 Nm @ 3500 rpm. 124.65 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Model CodeJ7T
Engine Displacement2165 cm3 132.12 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore88 mm 3.46 in.
Piston Stroke89 mm 3.5 in.
Compression Ratio9.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainOHC
Engine Oil Capacity6.5 l 6.87 US qt | 5.72 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification10W-40 / ACEA A3
Coolant5.7 l 6.02 US qt | 5.02 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox5 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionSpring Strut
Rear SuspensionTorsion

Brakes

This car features ventilated disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear, with ABS (Anti-lock braking system) for enhanced safety. It has a steering rack and pinion system with hydraulic power steering, and comes equipped with 185/65 R14 tires on 14-inch wheel rims.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDrum
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Tires Size185/65 R14
Wheel Rims Size14

Weight & Capacity

The car has a weight-to-power ratio of 10.2 kg/Hp (98.2 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6.6 kg/Nm (150.9 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1120 kg (2469.18 lbs.) and a max weight of 1610 kg (3549.44 lbs.), allowing for a max load of 490 kg (1080.27 lbs.). The trunk boot space ranges from 420 l (14.83 cu. ft.) to 1290 l (45.56 cu. ft.) and the fuel tank capacity is 66 l (17.44 US gal | 14.52 UK gal).

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio10.2 kg/Hp, 98.2 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio6.6 kg/Nm, 150.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1120 kg 2469.18 lbs.
Max Weight1610 kg 3549.44 lbs.
Max Load490 kg 1080.27 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum420 l 14.83 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum1290 l 45.56 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity66 l 17.44 US gal | 14.52 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Renault - 21 Hatchback (L48)

The wheelbase is 2660 mm (104.72 in).

The car has 5 doors.

The car is 1415 mm (55.71 in) tall.

9.9 seconds

192 km/h (119.3 mph)

9.9 seconds

The city fuel consumption is 11.8 l/100 km.

The combined fuel consumption is 7.9 l/100 km.

The spec sheet does not include information about the engine type.

The 21 model has an internal combustion engine with a 1.6L inline 4-cylinder configuration.

The 21 model has a 5-speed manual transmission.

The 21 model has a front-wheel drive drivetrain architecture.

Ventilated discs in the front and drum brakes in the rear.

Yes, it has hydraulic power steering.

185/65 R14

The car model is 2021.

The features of the car are not specified.

The rating is 3 because the car is assumed to be an average car for the year 2021, but it could be higher or lower depending on the actual features and performance of the car.

The weight-to-power ratio of the car is 10.2 kg/Hp (98.2 Hp/tonne).

The weight-to-torque ratio of the car is 6.6 kg/Nm (150.9 Nm/tonne).

The fuel tank capacity of the car is 66 l (17.44 US gal | 14.52 UK gal).