This 1.6 MT (90 hp) engine was fitted in the 2 generation Hatchback (5-door), which was produced by Renault from 1998 to 2005. In addition to this engine, 11 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.
| Maximum torque | 128Nm |
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| Engine type | Gasoline |
| Displacement | 1598cm3 |
| Engine power | 90bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 5 500RPM |
| Injection type | Multi-point injection |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| RPM at max torque | 3000RPM |
| Body type | Hatchback |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 3773mm |
| Width | 1640mm |
| Height | 1417mm |
| Wheelbase | 2475mm |
| Front track | 1405mm |
| Rear track | 1385mm |
| Ground clearance | 120mm |
| Max. boot capacity | 1035litre |
| Min. boot capacity | 255litre |
| Kerb weight | 965kg |
| Gross weight | 1515kg |
| Displacement | 550kg |
| Fuel | 92 RON |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 181km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 10.6second |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 9.6litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 5.8litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 50litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 7.2litre |
| Cruising range | from 520 to 860km |
| Front suspension | Independent, MacPherson Struts, Spring, Stabilizer bar |
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| Rear suspension | semi dependent, Dampers, Spring |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Gearbox | Manual |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 10.4m |
| City | 11.5 litres / 100km |
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| Highway | 7 litres / 100km |
| Average | 8.6 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.