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Renault Talisman facelift 2020 2.0 Blue dCi (160 Hp) EDC
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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)
facelift 2020 Overview:
Renault Talisman (facelift 2020). With 360 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1595 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.9 s). The top speed reaches 216 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.
2.0 Blue dCi (160 Hp) EDC Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Strong mid-range torque ensures comfortable and confident driving. The EDC gearbox provides a refined and effortless experience.
Fuel Economy
Very economical for a car of this size and power, making it a sensible choice for daily driving and longer trips.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish and distinctive design
- • Comfortable and spacious interior
- • Excellent fuel economy from diesel engines
- • Available 4CONTROL system enhances handling
- • Competitive pricing compared to premium rivals
Cons:
- • Limited petrol engine options
- • Some interior plastics feel less premium than rivals
- • Infotainment system can be clunky
- • Resale value might be lower than German competitors
- • Rear visibility can be restricted
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Estate: February, 2019 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Talisman |
| Generation: | facelift 2020 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 Blue dCi (160 Hp) EDC |
| Start of production: | June, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 160 Hp @ 3750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 80.1 Hp/l [18mm less] |
| Torque: | 360 Nm @ 1500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M9R More details about the engine M9R |
| Engine displacement: | 1997 |
| 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: | 7.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 5.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6D Temp |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 216 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10 kg/Hp, 100.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.4 kg/Nm, 225.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1595 |
| Max. weight: | 2197 |
| Max load: | 602 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 608 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1800 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 l |
| AdBlue tank: | 17 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4848 mm mm [18mm less] |
| Width: | 1869 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Height: | 1463 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2808 mm mm [1mm less] |
| 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 | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | EDC |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 320x28 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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