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Renault Talisman Estate (facelift 2020) 1.3 TCe (160 Hp) EDC FAP
Overall Rating
Renault Talisman:
The Renault Talisman is a large family car manufactured by the French car manufacturer Renault from 2015 to 2025. It replaced the Renault Laguna, as well as the larger Renault Latitude, for which no direct replacement was scheduled. It was produced by Renault's Douai Renault Factory from 2015 to 2022 and its South Korean subsidiary Renault Korea from 2016 to 2025, where it was marketed as the Renault Samsung SM6.
Renault ended production of the Talisman in Europe in February 2022. In April 2024, Renault Korea announced that the SM6 will be discontinued in South Korea as it adopted the global diamond logo on their other models....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Estate (facelift 2020) Overview:
Renault Talisman (Estate (facelift 2020)). With 270 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1439 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.1 s). The top speed reaches 205 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.3 TCe (160 Hp) EDC FAP Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Delivers the same strong 160hp performance as its 4CONTROL sibling, providing adequate power for daily driving and confident highway overtakes. The EDC transmission is a smooth operator.
Fuel Economy
Good balance of power and efficiency for a modern turbocharged petrol, making it a sensible choice for those seeking a refined driving experience with reasonable running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish design (especially facelift)
- • Comfortable ride quality
- • Spacious interior and boot
- • Available 4CONTROL system for enhanced agility
- • Efficient diesel engine options
- • Good standard equipment levels
Cons:
- • Resale value can be lower than rivals
- • Some interior plastics feel less premium than German competitors
- • Infotainment system can be clunky for some users
- • Limited engine choices compared to some rivals
- • Not available in all markets
- • Petrol engines can feel less refined than diesels at higher RPMs
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Talisman: February, 2019 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Talisman |
| Generation: | Estate (facelift 2020) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 TCe (160 Hp) EDC FAP |
| Start of production: | June, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 160 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 120.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 270 Nm @ 1800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | H5H [Same engine] More details about the engine H5H |
| Engine displacement: | 1332 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6D Temp |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 205 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9 kg/Hp, 111.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.3 kg/Nm, 187.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1439 |
| Max. weight: | 2049 |
| Max load: | 610 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 572 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4865 mm mm [16mm more] |
| Width: | 1869 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Height: | 1468 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2809 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1869 mm |
| Front track: | 1614 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1609 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.6 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 | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | EDC |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 296x26 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 290x11 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 225/55 R17 97W; 245/45 R18 100W; 245/40 R19 98Y |
| Wheel rims size | 17; 18; 19 |
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