Renault Samsung SM7 II (L47) (facelift 2014) 3.5i V6 (258 Hp) Automatic
Renault Samsung SM7:
The Renault Samsung SM7 is an executive car or full-size car that was produced by the South Korean manufacturer Renault Samsung Motors from 2004 to 2020.
In October 2002, Renault Samsung Motors started to work on the "EX" project, a new car based on the Nissan J31 platform which shared underpinnings with the Nissan Teana and the sixth-generation Nissan Maxima. On 30 November 2004, the new car was revealed to the public as a high-end model. To distinguish it from the Teana various changes were made to the design with the aim of giving it a more solid image. The car had a significant safety equipment as standard. It was presented in five trim levels: SE, XE, LE, XE35 and RE35....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (L47) (facelift 2014) Overview:
Renault Samsung SM7 (II (L47) (facelift 2014)). With 330 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11 l/100km). With a weight of 1640 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. 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.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • High-performance engine delivering 258 hp.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 8.5 L/100 km for its class.
- • Independent multi-link suspension for premium ride comfort.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (EX2): 2004 - 2008).
| General: |
| Brand: | Renault Samsung |
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| Model: | SM7 |
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| Generation: | II (L47) (facelift 2014) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 3.5i V6 (258 Hp) Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 2014 |
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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: | 258 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 73.8 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 330 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | VQ35DE [Same engine] More details about the engine VQ35DE |
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| Engine displacement: | 3498 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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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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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.8 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.2 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.5 l/100 km |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.4 kg/Hp, 157.3 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5 kg/Nm, 201.2 Nm/tonne |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4995 mm mm [50mm more] |
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| Width: | 1870 mm mm [80mm more] |
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| Height: | 1480 mm mm [5mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2810 mm mm [35mm more] |
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| Front track: | 1565 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1565 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 | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 225/50 R17; 225/45 R18 |
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| Wheel rims size | 17; 18 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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