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Venturi 210 Cabrio 2.5 i V6 (210 Hp)
Overall Rating
Venturi 210:
Venturi is a Monaco-based automotive manufacturer. Founded in 1984 by French engineers Claude Poiraud and Gérard Godfroy as MVS. Venturi operated for nearly sixteen years, before declaring bankruptcy in 2000. The same year, Monegasque Gildo Pallanca Pastor purchased Venturi, and decided to focus on electric-powered motors.
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Cabrio Overview:
Venturi 210 (Cabrio). With 289 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1255 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.9 s). The top speed reaches 245 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Venturi 210 Cabrio was produced before Euro NCAP testing became standard. As a niche, low-volume sports car from the early 1990s, it lacks modern safety features and would not meet contemporary crash safety standards.
2.5 i V6 (210 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The turbocharged 2.5L V6 delivers strong performance for its era, with a brisk 0-100 km/h acceleration of 6.9 seconds, making it a genuinely quick and engaging sports cabriolet.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption of 9.6 l/100 km is moderate for a performance-oriented turbocharged V6 from the early 90s, reflecting its sporting intentions rather than outright efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exclusive and rare, ensuring uniqueness on the road.
- • Strong performance from the turbocharged V6 engine.
- • Distinctive and elegant mid-engine cabriolet styling.
- • Engaging driving experience with rear-wheel drive.
Cons:
- • Parts availability can be challenging and expensive due to rarity.
- • Lack of modern safety features and driver aids.
- • Potentially firm ride quality typical of sports cars from its era.
- • Niche market means specialized maintenance may be required.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(210: 1984 - 1995).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Venturi |
| Model: | 210 |
| Generation: | Cabrio |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 i V6 (210 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 210 Hp @ 5550 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 85.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 289 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2458 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 91 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 63 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 245 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6 kg/Hp, 167.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.3 kg/Nm, 230.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1255 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 150 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4090 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1700 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1170 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2400 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1460 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1460 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 ZR16; 245/45 ZR16 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Spring Strut |
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