Renault Samsung SM3 II (L38) Z.E. 35.9 kWh (95 Hp)
Renault Samsung SM3:
The Renault Samsung SM3 is a compact car produced by the South Korean manufacturer Renault Samsung Motors from 2003 to 2020.
The first generation SM3 was a rebranded first generation Nissan Sunny/Bluebird Sylphy made in South Korea by Renault Samsung Motors. Production began in September 2002 in Busan. It received a facelift in August 2005.
It has four versions and two four-cylinder engines available: the original 1. 5–litre QG15DE and the 1. 6–litre with CVTC system QG16DE petrol, both from Nissan. The 1. 6 was added in July 2004 as South Korean automobile taxation was changed; hitherto, there had been a prohibitive tax threshold at 1. 5 liters....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (L38) Overview:
Renault Samsung SM3 (II (L38)). With a weight of 1580 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 135 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (N17): 2002 - 2006).
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| Brand: | Renault Samsung |
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| Model: | SM3 |
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| Generation: | II (L38) |
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| Modification (Engine): | Z.E. 35.9 kWh (95 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2017 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
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| Maximum speed: | 135 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.6 kg/Hp, 60.1 Hp/tonne |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4750 mm mm [240mm more] |
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| Width: | 1810 mm mm [105mm more] |
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| Height: | 1460 mm mm [20mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm [165mm more] |
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| Front track: | 1535 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1555 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 1 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
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| Wheel rims size | 16 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
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| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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| Electric: |
| Gross battery capacity: | 35.9 kWh |
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| System power: | 95 Hp |
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| All-electric range: | 213 km |
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| Electric motor power: | 95 Hp |
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| Electric motor Torque: | 226 Nm |
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