Renault 18: generations and engines
The Renault 18 was built from 1978 to 1986 in 2 generations, with 19 engine versions in our catalog (sedan, station wagon). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.
EnlargeProduction years1978–1986
Generations2
Engine versions19
Power64–125 hp
Body stylesSedan, Station wagon
FuelGasoline, Diesel
Timeline
Renault 18 generations
- 1978–1986
Renault 18 (134)
Engines below - 1979–1986
Renault 18 Variable (135)
Engines below
Specs
Renault 18 engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
Renault 18 (134)1978–1986 · 10 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 (1340) (64 hp) | 1978–1986 | Gasoline | 64 hp (47 kW) | ||||
| 1.6 (1341) (79 hp) | 1978–1982 | Gasoline | 79 hp (58 kW) | 99 mph (160 km/h) | |||
| 1.6 Turbo (1345) (109 hp) | 1980–1982 | Gasoline | 109 hp (80 kW) | ||||
| 2.1 Diesel (1344) (67 hp) | 1981–1986 | Diesel | 67 hp (49 kW) | 99 mph (160 km/h) | |||
| 2.1 TD (88 hp) | 1981–1986 | Diesel | 88 hp (65 kW) | 109 mph (175 km/h) | |||
| 1.6 (1341) (73 hp) | 1982–1986 | Gasoline | 73 hp (54 kW) | 101 mph (162 km/h) | |||
| 1.6 TS (1342) (97 hp) | 1982–1986 | Gasoline | 97 hp (71 kW) | ||||
| 1.6 Turbo (1345) (125 hp) | 1982–1986 | Gasoline | 125 hp (92 kW) | ||||
| 2.0 (1343) (105 hp) | 1982–1986 | Gasoline | 105 hp (77 kW) | ||||
| 2.2 i (103 hp) | 1984–1986 | Gasoline | 103 hp (76 kW) |
Renault 18 Variable (135)1979–1986 · 9 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 (1350) (64 hp) | 1979–1986 | Gasoline | 64 hp (47 kW) | ||||
| 1.6 (1351) (79 hp) | 1979–1982 | Gasoline | 79 hp (58 kW) | ||||
| 2.1 Diesel (1354) (67 hp) | 1980–1986 | Diesel | 67 hp (49 kW) | 96 lb-ft (130 Nm) | 92 mph (148 km/h) | ||
| 2.0 (1353) (105 hp) | 1981–1986 | Gasoline | 105 hp (77 kW) | ||||
| 1.6 (1351) (73 hp) | 1982–1986 | Gasoline | 73 hp (54 kW) | 99 mph (159 km/h) | |||
| 1.6 TS (97 hp) | 1982–1986 | Gasoline | 97 hp (71 kW) | ||||
| 1.6 Turbo (125 hp) | 1982–1986 | Gasoline | 125 hp (92 kW) | ||||
| 1.6 (72 hp) 4x4 | 1983–1986 | Gasoline | 72 hp (53 kW) | ||||
| 2.0 (104 hp) 4x4 | 1983–1986 | Gasoline | 104 hp (76 kW) |
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