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Renault 19 I Cabriolet (D53) 1.7 (90 Hp)
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Renault 19:
The Renault 19 is a small family car that was produced by the French car manufacturer Renault between 1988 and 1996. In Turkey and in Argentina, production continued until 2000. The internal development code for the 19 was X53, with the five door receiving the B53 chassis code, the three door being the C53, the Chamade the L53, and the Cabriolet the D53.
The R19 was presented in June 1988, with sales in the domestic French market beginning in September 1988. It was the replacement for the 9 and 11, both of which were ageing and outdated by the end of the 1980s. The R19 went on sale in right hand drive form for the British market in February 1989....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Cabriolet (D53) Overview:
Renault 19 (I Cabriolet (D53)). A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.7 (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers sufficient power for relaxed cruising and city driving, though acceleration is modest for a cabriolet. It's a reliable, unpretentious workhorse.
Fuel Economy
Average fuel economy for its era, not particularly efficient by modern standards, but acceptable for a leisure vehicle.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish and timeless Pininfarina-designed convertible body.
- • Affordable entry into classic convertible ownership.
- • Good parts availability for common components.
- • Engaging driving experience with the 1.8 16V engine.
Cons:
- • Scuttle shake common in convertibles of this era.
- • Interior plastics can feel dated and prone to wear.
- • Rust can be an issue, especially around wheel arches and sills.
- • Basic safety features compared to modern vehicles.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Chamade (L53): 1990 - 1992).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | 19 |
| Generation: | I Cabriolet (D53) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.7 (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1991 |
| End of production: | 1992 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | F3N More details about the engine F3N |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.3 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
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