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Technical data

This 3.5 AT (245 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Hatchback, which was produced by Renault from 2002 to 2005. In addition to this engine, 9 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.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km16.8litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km8.5litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km11.5litre
Fuel tank capacity80litre
Cruising rangefrom 480 to 940km
Fuel95 RON
Emission standardEURO IV
Top speed235km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)8.3second

Engine

Displacement3498cm3
Engine power245bhp
RPM at max powerto 6 000RPM
Maximum torque330Nm
RPM at max torque3600RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutV-type
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder4
Bore95.5mm
Stroke81.4mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxAutomatic
Number of gears5
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive
Turning circle12m

Body

Seats5
Length4860mm
Width1860mm
Height1577mm
Wheelbase2840mm
Front track1575mm
Rear track1550mm
Ground clearance120mm
Kerb weight1720kg
Gross weight2270kg
Min. boot capacity460litre
Max. boot capacity460litre
Permitted road-train weight1600kg
Body typeHatchback

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson Struts, Spring
Rear suspensionDependent, Multi wishbone, Spring
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDisc

Real-world consumption (est.)

City20.2 litres / 100km
Highway10.2 litres / 100km
Average13.8 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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