RENAULT
Renault 21 X48 (1986–1994) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 1
1986 - 1995
X48
Hatchback
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Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Fuel
Fuel
Combined
Combined
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 1.7 i | 5 | 95 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.9 D | 5 | 65 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 2.0 i 12V 4x4 | 5 | 140 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.0 i Turbo 4x4 | 5 | 175 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.1 D 4x4 | 5 | 74 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 2.1 TD | 5 | 88 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 2.2 i | 5 | 110 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Renault 21 X48 overview
The Renault 21 (X48) is the 1st generation of the 21, built from 1986 to 1994. It is offered as a Hatchback with 11 engines (diesel, petrol), from 65 HP to 162 HP. The 2.1 D (70 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 15.1 s, reaches a top speed of 170 km/h and is 4460 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Renault 21 have?
The Renault 21 (X48) has 65 HP to 162 HP, depending on the engine: 1.9 F (65 HP), 2.1 Douvrin (70 HP), 1.7 F (75 HP), 2.1 Douvrin (88 HP), 1.7 F (90 HP), 1.7 F (95 HP), 2.0 Douvrin (105 HP), 2.2 Douvrin (107 HP), 2.2 Douvrin (110 HP), 2.0 Douvrin (120 HP), 2.0 Douvrin (162 HP).
What engines are available for the Renault 21?
The Renault 21 is available with 11 engines: 1.9 F (65 HP, diesel), 2.1 Douvrin (70 HP, diesel), 1.7 F (75 HP, petrol), 2.1 Douvrin (88 HP, diesel), 1.7 F (90 HP, petrol), 1.7 F (95 HP, petrol), 2.0 Douvrin (105 HP, petrol), 2.2 Douvrin (107 HP, petrol), 2.2 Douvrin (110 HP, petrol), 2.0 Douvrin (120 HP, petrol), 2.0 Douvrin (162 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Renault 21?
The Renault 21 is 4460 mm long, 1730 mm wide, 1415 mm tall, with a 2660 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Renault 21?
The Renault 21 2.1 D (70 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 15.1 s and has a top speed of 170 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Renault 21 Hatchback L48 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1989–1994 |
| Platform | Renault X48 |
| Variant | 2.1 D (70 Hp) |
| Body type | hatchback |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
Power & torque
| Power | 70 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 4500 rpm |
| Torque | 136 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 2250 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 170 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 15.1 s |
| 0–62 mph | 15.1 s |
Engine
| Engine code | J8S |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2068 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Compression ratio | 21 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Precombustion Chamber Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Oil capacity | 6.3 L |
| Coolant | 8.5 L |
| Engine layout | Front Transverse |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | ng3 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | renault |
Dimensions
| Length | 4460 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1730 mm |
| Height | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2660 mm |
| Front track | 1430 mm |
| Rear track | 1400 mm |
| Boot space | 420 – 1290 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1125 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1595 kg |
| Max load | 470 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 6.2 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel tank | 66.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | torsion |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 175/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims | 14 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 16.1 kg/Hp, 62.2 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 8.3 kg/Nm, 120.9 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1989 |
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| End Of Production | 1994 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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