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Renault Fluence facelift 2012 1.6 Energy dCi (130 Hp)
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Renault Fluence:
The Renault Fluence is a compact sedan produced by the French automaker Renault. The car was produced until 2016 at the Oyak-Renault plant in Bursa, Turkey. It was produced until the end of 2018 in Santa Isabel, Argentina, for the Latin American market.
On 12 July 2016, Renault unveiled the successor to the Fluence, initially for the market of Europe, the Mégane Sedan IV.
Revealed in August 2009, the Fluence is based on the Renault/Nissan C platform, but it is sized between the compact family saloon C segment, and the upper medium segment....(Read more on Wikipedia)
facelift 2012 Overview:
Renault Fluence (facelift 2012). With 320 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.7 l/100km). With a weight of 1349 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.8 s). The top speed reaches 200 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.
1.6 Energy dCi (130 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most potent engine in the lineup, offering strong acceleration and excellent torque, making it highly capable for all driving conditions, including spirited highway cruising.
Fuel Economy
Remarkably efficient for its power output, delivering impressive fuel economy that rivals less powerful diesel options.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior for its class
- • Large boot capacity (530 liters)
- • Excellent fuel economy from dCi diesel engines
- • Smooth ride quality, especially on longer journeys
- • Good value for money on the used market
Cons:
- • Petrol engine can feel underpowered for some drivers
- • Interior design can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Some cabin materials feel less premium
- • Rear visibility can be challenging due to sedan design
- • Limited engine choices in some markets
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Z.E.: 2011 - 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Fluence |
| Generation: | facelift 2012 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 Energy dCi (130 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 130 Hp @ 4000 rpm. [0hp less] |
| Power per litre: | 81.4 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 320 Nm @ 1750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | R9M More details about the engine R9M |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 80 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 15.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.4 kg/Hp, 96.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.2 kg/Nm, 237.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1349 |
| Max. weight: | 1850 |
| Max load: | 501 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 530 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4622 mm mm [126mm less] |
| Width: | 1809 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1479 mm mm [21mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2702 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Front track: | 1541 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1563 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15; 205/60 R16; 205/55 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 15; 6.5J x 16; 7.0J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Elastic beam |
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