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Renault 18 134 2.1 TD (88 Hp)
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Renault 18:
The Renault 18 is a large family car produced by French manufacturer Renault between 1978 and 1989, with South American production continuing until 1994. It formed the basis for the closely related Renault Fuego Coupé, with which it shared its floorpan and drivetrain, but with the Fuego initially using the negative offset type front suspension from the larger Renault 20/30, which became standardized across the 18 range from the 1983 model year onwards.
The Renault 18 was intended as a replacement for the Renault 12, which, having been in production since 1969, was beginning to show its age by the late 1970s, though the 12 was kept in production alongside the 18 until 1980. Unlike the earlier car, the 18 was designed quickly; the time between its initial conception and its actual launch date was only eighteen months, primarily due to the fact that the 18 was based upon the 12's underpinnings. Production peaked early: 1979 was the R18's biggest year, after which sales began a gradual decline. Originally, the 1. 4 was the most popular model, but this soon changed to the 1. 6. By 1986 the largest, 2-liter engine represented the biggest portion of the production....(Read more on Wikipedia)
134 Overview:
Renault 18 (134). It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.1 l/100km). The top speed reaches 175 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.
The Renault 18 (134) was produced before modern safety standards and Euro NCAP testing began. It lacks contemporary safety features like airbags, ABS, or advanced crumple zones, reflecting the automotive safety norms of its era.
2.1 TD (88 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong low-end torque for its time, making it a capable cruiser with decent acceleration for a diesel.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel economy, especially on longer journeys, making it a cost-effective option for high mileage drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable ride quality, typical of French cars.
- • Wide range of engine options to suit various needs.
- • Spacious interior and practical sedan body style.
- • Generally robust and easy to maintain for its era.
- • Distinctive classic French design.
Cons:
- • Lack of modern safety features (common for its age).
- • Base engines can feel underpowered by modern standards.
- • Rust can be an issue on older models.
- • Interior plastics and build quality were average for the time.
- • Limited availability of certain parts today.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Variable (135): 1980 - 1986).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | 18 |
| Generation: | 134 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.1 TD (88 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1981 |
| End of production: | 1986 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 88 Hp |
| Engine Model/Code: | J8S 852-10 [Same engine] More details about the engine J8S 852-10 |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.3 l |
| Coolant: | 8.5 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.8 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank capacity: | 53 l |
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