Renault 21 Hatchback (L48) (1988–1994)
The Renault 21 Hatchback (L48) was offered with 8 engine versions (5 gasoline, 3 diesel), from 65 to 162 hp, built 1988–1994.
Production years1988–1994
Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length175.6 in (4,460 mm)
Width68.1 in (1,730 mm)
Height55.7 in (1,415 mm)
Cargo volume14.8 cu ft (420 l)
Fuel tank17.4 gal (66 l) – 16.4 gal (62 l)
All Renault 21 Hatchback (L48) engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 i (105 hp) | 1988–1994 | Gasoline | 105 hp (77 kW) | 120 lb-ft (163 Nm) | 9.9 s | 121 mph (195 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.7 i (95 hp) | 1989–1994 | Gasoline | 95 hp (70 kW) | 105 lb-ft (143 Nm) | 10.7 s | 115 mph (185 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.9 D (65 hp) | 1989–1994 | Diesel | 65 hp (48 kW) | 89 lb-ft (121 Nm) | 16 s | 96 mph (155 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.0 i Turbo (162 hp) | 1989–1994 | Gasoline | 162 hp (119 kW) | 192 lb-ft (260 Nm) | 8.1 s | 138 mph (222 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.0 i Turbo (162 hp) 4x4 | 1989–1994 | Gasoline | 162 hp (119 kW) | 192 lb-ft (260 Nm) | 8.6 s | 135 mph (217 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |
| 2.1 D (70 hp) | 1989–1994 | Diesel | 70 hp (51 kW) | 100 lb-ft (136 Nm) | 15.1 s | 106 mph (170 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.1 TD (88 hp) | 1989–1994 | Diesel | 88 hp (65 kW) | 136 lb-ft (184 Nm) | 11.8 s | 110 mph (177 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.2 i (110 hp) | 1989–1994 | Gasoline | 110 hp (81 kW) | 125 lb-ft (169 Nm) | 9.9 s | 119 mph (192 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.