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Renault Kangoo II Express 1.6 16V (105 Hp)
Overall Rating
Renault Kangoo:
The Renault Kangoo is a family of vans built by Renault since 1997 across three generations. It is sold as a passenger multi-purpose vehicle or as a light commercial vehicle. For the European market, the Kangoo is manufactured at the MCA plant in Maubeuge, France.
The Kangoo was also marketed as a rebadged variant by Nissan in Europe as the Nissan Kubistar , Nissan NV250 and Nissan Townstar. In September 2012, Mercedes-Benz began marketing a rebadged variant of the second generation Kangoo as the Mercedes-Benz Citan, which is also marketed as Mercedes EQT and Mercedes T-Class for the current generation....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Express Overview:
Renault Kangoo (II Express). With 148 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1227 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 16V (105 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers the strongest petrol performance, providing adequate power for mixed driving conditions.
Fuel Economy
Higher fuel consumption compared to diesel variants, less economical for high mileage users.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent range of efficient diesel engines, including modern 'Energy' variants.
- • Practical and versatile cargo space with good payload capacity.
- • Available Z.E. electric model offers zero-emission urban transport.
- • Comfortable ride for a commercial vehicle, suitable for longer journeys.
Cons:
- • Petrol engines are less fuel-efficient compared to diesel counterparts.
- • Basic interior materials and limited creature comforts in base trims.
- • Early electric Z.E. models have limited range and longer charging times.
- • Some older diesel variants can be noisy at higher speeds.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 2007 - 2013).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Kangoo |
| Generation: | II Express |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 16V (105 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2008 |
| End of production: | March, 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 105 Hp @ 5750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 65.7 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 148 Nm @ 3750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K7M More details about the engine K7M |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.4 l |
| Coolant: | 5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 7.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 9.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.0 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.0 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.7 kg/Hp, 85.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.3 kg/Nm, 120.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1227 |
| Max. weight: | 1917 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 690 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 3000 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1050 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 56 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 610 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4213 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1829 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1844 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2697 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2133 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 184 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.5 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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