Renault Samsung SM5 I 518i (132 Hp)
Renault Samsung SM5:
The Renault Samsung SM5 is a mid-size car or large family car produced by the South Korean manufacturer Renault Samsung Motors, with technical assistance from Japanese automaker Nissan. Between 1998 and 2012, Renault Samsung Motors had produced 680,000 SM5 models. In 2019, 10,002 models were made at the Busan plant.
The first generation was launched in 1998, with the second generation introduced in 2005 and the current third generation SM5 launched in 2009. In some markets, the SM5 is sold as the Renault Latitude or Renault Safrane....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Renault Samsung SM5 (I). With 162 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1320 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 189 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (132 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (440 L) suitable for daily needs.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Renault Samsung |
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| Model: | SM5 |
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| Generation: | I |
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| Modification (Engine): | 518i (132 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1998 |
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| End of production: | 2005 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 132 Hp @ 6200 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 71.8 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 162 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 1838 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 82.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Maximum speed: | 189 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10 kg/Hp, 100 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.1 kg/Nm, 122.7 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1320 |
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| Max. weight: | 1760 |
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| Max load: | 440 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 440 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4825 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1775 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1415 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1520 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1500 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 195/65 R15 H |
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| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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