Renault 21 Combi (K48) 2.0 i 12V (140 hp)
Gasoline engine with 140 hp (103 kW) and 130 lb-ft (176 Nm), built 1989–1991, station wagon body, front-wheel drive. It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.
Power140 hp (103 kW)
Torque130 lb-ft (176 Nm)
0–62 mph9.6 s
Top speed126 mph (203 km/h)
FuelGasoline
Specifications
Engine
| Engine version | 2.0 i 12V (140 hp) |
|---|---|
| Engine code | J7R |
| Displacement | 2.0 L (1,995 cm³) |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Engine position | Front, Longitudinal |
| Valves per cylinder | 3 |
| Valvetrain | OHC |
| Fuel system | Multi-point indirect injection |
| Compression ratio | 9-3 |
| Bore | 88 mm |
| Stroke | 82 mm |
| Engine oil capacity | 5.8 qt (5.5 l) |
Performance
| Power | 140 hp (103 kW) @ 6000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Torque | 130 lb-ft (176 Nm) @ 4300 rpm |
| 0–62 mph (0–100 km/h) | 9.6 s |
| Top speed | 126 mph (203 km/h) |
Fuel economy and emissions
| Fuel | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| City | 19 mpg (12.4 l/100 km) |
| Highway | 28 mpg (8.4 l/100 km) |
| Fuel tank | 17.4 gal (66 l) |
Body, dimensions and weight
| Body style | Station wagon |
|---|---|
| Doors | 5 |
| Length | 184.8 in (4,693 mm) |
| Width | 68.0 in (1,726 mm) |
| Height | 57.1 in (1,450 mm) |
| Curb weight | 2,557 lb (1,160 kg) |
| Gross vehicle weight | 3,913 lb (1,775 kg) |
| Cargo volume | 23.8 cu ft (674 l) |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Gears | 5 |
| Steering | Hydraulic power steering |
| Front suspension | Spring strut |
| Rear suspension | Torsion bar |
| Tires | 185/55 R15 |
| Wheels | R15 |
| Driver assistance | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
What to check on a Renault 21 with this engine
- On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
- Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
- Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.
Other Renault 21 Combi (K48) engines
| Engine | Fuel | Power | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 i (107 hp) | Gasoline | 107 hp (79 kW) | |
| 2.0 i 12V (140 hp) 4x4 | Gasoline | 140 hp (103 kW) | |
| 1.7 i (75 hp) | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | |
| 1.7 i (90 hp) | Gasoline | 90 hp (66 kW) | |
| 1.7 i (95 hp) | Gasoline | 95 hp (70 kW) | |
| 1.9 D (65 hp) | Diesel | 65 hp (48 kW) | |
| 2.0 i (120 hp) | Gasoline | 120 hp (88 kW) | |
| 2.0 i 12V (136 hp) | Gasoline | 136 hp (100 kW) | |
| 2.1 D (70 hp) | Diesel | 70 hp (51 kW) | |
| 2.1 D (70 hp) 4x4 | Diesel | 70 hp (51 kW) | |
| 2.1 TD (88 hp) | Diesel | 88 hp (65 kW) | |
| 2.1 TD (88 hp) | Diesel | 88 hp (65 kW) |