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Renault 30 127 2.1 Turbo-D (1270) (86 Hp)
Overall Rating
Renault 30:
The Renault 20 and Renault 30 are two executive cars produced by the French automaker Renault between 1975 and 1983. The most upmarket and expensive Renaults of their time, the two cars were almost identical with regard to sheet metal and mechanicals; the R30 was the larger-engined and more expensive of the two. The two cars were easily distinguished between each other from their differing headlight configuration – the Renault 20 had two single rectangular headlights, whereas the Renault 30 had quadruple round headlights. The interior specifications differed substantially, however, with the Renault 30 having a higher specification in all models. Over 622,000 R20s and 145,000 R30s were produced in Sandouville near Le Havre, France....(Read more on Wikipedia)
127 Overview:
Renault 30 (127). It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.4 l/100km). Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17 s). The top speed reaches 160 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Renault 30 (127) was produced before the establishment of Euro NCAP in 1997, therefore no official crash test ratings are available for this generation. Safety features would be basic by modern standards.
2.1 Turbo-D (1270) (86 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A pioneering turbo-diesel offering, prioritizing fuel economy over outright speed, with leisurely but consistent acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Significantly better fuel economy compared to its petrol counterparts, a strong point for long-distance driving and lower running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and spacious interior for its class
- • Distinctive and practical hatchback design
- • Powerful V6 petrol engine options (especially TX)
- • Pioneering turbo-diesel engine offered good economy for its time
- • Good visibility and driving position
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption for petrol models
- • Potential for electrical and mechanical reliability issues common to French cars of the era
- • Outdated safety features compared to modern vehicles
- • Significant depreciation from new
- • Performance of the diesel engine is quite leisurely
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(127: 1978 - 1983).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | 30 |
| Generation: | 127 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.1 Turbo-D (1270) (86 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1982 |
| End of production: | 1986 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 86 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | J8S More details about the engine J8S |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.3 l |
| Coolant: | 7.6 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 17.0 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 17.0 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank capacity: | 67 l |
If you could change one thing about the Renault 30, what would it be?