Renault 19 I Chamade (L53) (1989–1992)

The Renault 19 I Chamade (L53) was offered with 6 gasoline engine versions, from 58 to 135 hp, built 1989–1992.

Renault 19 (illustrative photo) Enlarge
Production years1989–1992
Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length167.8 in (4,262 mm)
Width66.7 in (1,694 mm)
Height55.6 in (1,412 mm)
Cargo volume16.4 cu ft (463 l)
Fuel tank14.5 gal (55 l)

All Renault 19 I Chamade (L53) engines

EngineYearsFuelPowerTorque0–62 mphTop speedCombinedDrive
1.4 (L532) (58 hp) CAT1989–1992Gasoline58 hp (43 kW)
1.4 (L53H) (58 hp)1989Gasoline58 hp (43 kW)
1.7 (L53B) (73 hp)1989–1992Gasoline73 hp (54 kW)Front-wheel drive
1.8 16V (L53D) (135 hp)1989–1992Gasoline135 hp (99 kW)
1.9 Diesel (L534,L53J) (64 hp)1989–1992Gasoline64 hp (47 kW)
1.7 (L53C) (90 hp)1990–1992Gasoline90 hp (66 kW)103 lb-ft (140 Nm)10.7 s115 mph (185 km/h)Front-wheel drive

Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.

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