RENAULT
Renault 21 X48 (1986–1994) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 1
1986 - 1995
X48
Station Wagon Estate
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Quick Specs
Fuel
Fuel
Combined
Combined
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 1.7 i | 5 | 75 HP | Petrol | — |
| 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 | 2.1 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 Station Wagon Estate 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 164 km/h and is 4693 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 4693 mm long, 1723 mm wide, 1450 mm tall, with a 2809 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 164 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Renault 21 Combi K48 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1989–1994 |
| Platform | Renault X48 |
| Variant | 2.1 D (70 Hp) |
| Body type | Station Wagon Estate |
| 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 | 164 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 | 5mt |
| Gearbox manufacturer | renault |
Dimensions
| Length | 4693 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1723 mm |
| Height | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2809 mm |
| Front track | 1454 mm |
| Rear track | 1408 mm |
| Boot space | 674 – 1694 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1150 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1750 kg |
| Max load | 600 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 7.3 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 5.3 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 | 16.4 kg/Hp, 60.9 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 8.5 kg/Nm, 118.3 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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