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Renault Symbol III (facelift 2017) 1.6 16V (102 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Renault Symbol:
The Renault Symbol, Clio or Thalia in some markets, is a subcompact sedan produced by the French automobile manufacturer Renault. It was introduced in late 1999, under the Clio Symbol name, as the derivative version of the second generation Renault Clio, and unlike the hatchback it was marketed only in those countries where saloons were traditionally preferred over hatchbacks, while it was not sold in Western Europe. It was actually sold in France, but only in overseas departments/regions....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (facelift 2017) Overview:
Renault Symbol (III (facelift 2017)). With 145 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1081 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 16V (102 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The naturally aspirated 1.6L engine provides smooth, if unexciting, power delivery. Paired with an automatic transmission, it prioritizes comfort and ease of driving over outright performance, suitable for relaxed cruising.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable fuel economy for an older-generation 1.6L automatic, though it lags behind the more modern TCe and dCi options in efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional value for money
- • Spacious interior and enormous trunk capacity
- • Excellent fuel economy, especially with the diesel engine
- • Simple, robust, and generally reliable mechanics
- • Comfortable ride quality for its class
Cons:
- • Basic interior materials and limited features compared to rivals
- • Modest Euro NCAP safety rating (3 stars)
- • Refinement levels are not class-leading, with noticeable engine noise
- • Performance is adequate but not engaging
- • Outdated automatic transmission on some models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: 2013 - 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Symbol |
| Generation: | III (facelift 2017) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 16V (102 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 102 Hp @ 5750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 63.8 Hp/l [6mm more] |
| Torque: | 145 Nm @ 3750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | H4M More details about the engine H4M |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80.5 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.6 kg/Hp, 94.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.5 kg/Nm, 134.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1081 |
| Max. weight: | 1600 |
| Max load: | 519 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1257 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 510 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 800 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 575 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4354 mm [6mm more] |
| Width: | 1733 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1529 mm [12mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2635 mm [1mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1994 mm |
| Front track: | 1496 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1486 mm |
| Front overhang: | 825 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 894 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 145 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 258 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.0J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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