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Renault Wind 1.6 VVT (133 Hp)
Overall Rating
Renault Wind:
The Renault Wind is a convertible car manufactured and marketed by the French automobile company Renault from 2010 to 2013. It is a two-seater roadster with a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout.
It was originally presented as a concept car at the 2004 Paris Motor Show as a 2+1 roadster. On February 2, 2010, Renault announced that the Wind would enter production, presenting the production model at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. The production version accommodates two passengers, as opposed to the 2+1 seating of the concept car. In February 2012, Renault retired the Wind along with the Espace, Kangoo Multix, Modus, and Laguna lines in the United Kingdom. For Mainland Europe, the Wind remained available through June 2013....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Wind Overview:
Renault Wind (Wind). With 160 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.1 l/100km). Weighing only 1173 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.2 s). The top speed reaches 201 km/h. A two-seater convertible designed for open-top driving pleasure. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Renault Wind generation was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. Its safety performance is therefore not independently rated, though it shares components with other Renault models that were tested.
1.6 VVT (133 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.6 VVT engine provides spirited performance for the lightweight Wind, offering a lively and engaging driving experience, especially at higher revs. It's the more performance-oriented choice.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is acceptable for its performance, with a combined 6.9 l/100 km. It's not the most frugal but delivers a good power-to-consumption ratio for a naturally aspirated engine.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unique folding hardtop design
- • Compact and agile for city driving
- • Surprisingly practical boot for a roadster
- • Engaging driving experience (especially 1.6 VVT)
- • Distinctive styling stands out
Cons:
- • Limited to two seats
- • Not officially Euro NCAP tested
- • Interior quality can feel basic in places
- • Firm ride may not suit all
- • Limited engine choice
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Wind |
| Generation: | Wind |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 VVT (133 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2010 |
| End of production: | 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Roadster |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 133 Hp @ 6750 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 83.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 160 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K4M 854 |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | VVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 5.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 201 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.8 kg/Hp, 113.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.3 kg/Nm, 136.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1173 |
| Max. weight: | 1383 |
| Max load: | 210 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 270 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3833 mm mm |
| Width: | 1689 mm mm |
| Height: | 1381 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2368 mm mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 1913 mm |
| Front track: | 1451 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1430 mm |
| Front overhang: | 797 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 668 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 120 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.5 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 195/45 R16; 205/40 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16; 7J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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