This 1.5 dCi MT (68 hp) engine was fitted in the 3 generation Hatchback (3-door), which was produced by Renault from 2005 to 2009. In addition to this engine, 6 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 | 160Nm |
|---|---|
| Engine type | Diesel |
| Displacement | 1461cm3 |
| Engine power | 68bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 4 000RPM |
| Injection type | Common Rail |
| Forced induction | Turbocharger |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore | 76mm |
| Stroke | 80.5mm |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| RPM at max torque | 2000RPM |
| Body type | Hatchback |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 3986mm |
| Width | 1707mm |
| Height | 1493mm |
| Wheelbase | 2575mm |
| Front track | 1470mm |
| Rear track | 1470mm |
| Ground clearance | 120mm |
| Max. boot capacity | 1038litre |
| Min. boot capacity | 288litre |
| Kerb weight | 1165kg |
| Gross weight | 1655kg |
| Fuel | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 162km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 15second |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 5.3litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 4.3litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 4.6litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 55litre |
| Cruising range | from 1 040 to 1 280km |
| Emission standard | EURO III |
| 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 | 6.1 litres / 100km |
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| Highway | 4.9 litres / 100km |
| Average | 5.3 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.