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Renault Espace II (J63) 2.1 TD (88 hp)

Diesel engine with 88 hp (65 kW) and 133 lb-ft (181 Nm), built 1991–1996, minivan/MPV body, front-wheel drive.

Power88 hp (65 kW)

Torque133 lb-ft (181 Nm)

0–62 mph15 s

Top speed99 mph (160 km/h)

FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version	2.1 TD (88 hp)
Engine code	J8S
Displacement	2.1 L (2,068 cm³)
Cylinders	4
Cylinder layout	Inline
Engine position	Front, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder	2
Valvetrain	OHC
Fuel system	Standard diesel injection (SDI)
Compression ratio	21
Bore	86 mm
Stroke	89 mm
Engine oil capacity	6.3 qt (6 l)

Performance

Power	88 hp (65 kW) @ 4250 rpm
Torque	133 lb-ft (181 Nm) @ 2000 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)	15 s
Top speed	99 mph (160 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

Fuel	Diesel
City	28 mpg (8.3 l/100 km)
Fuel tank	20.3 gal (77 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body style	Minivan, MPV
Doors	7
Length	174.4 in (4,429 mm)
Width	70.7 in (1,795 mm)
Height	66.7 in (1,693 mm)
Curb weight	2,976 lb (1,350 kg)
Gross vehicle weight	4,586 lb (2,080 kg)
Cargo volume	8.8 cu ft (250 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

Drive	Front-wheel drive
Gears	5
Steering	Hydraulic power steering
Front suspension	Double wishbone
Rear suspension	Semi-independent, coil spring
Tires	195/65 R14
Wheels	R14

What to check on a Renault Espace with this engine

On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
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 Espace II (J63) engines

Engine	Fuel	Power	Combined
2.0i (103 hp)	Gasoline	103 hp (76 kW)
2.2i (107 hp)	Gasoline	107 hp (79 kW)
2.2i (107 hp) Quadra	Gasoline	107 hp (79 kW)
2.8 V6 (150 hp)	Gasoline	150 hp (110 kW)
2.8 V6 (150 hp) Automatic	Gasoline	150 hp (110 kW)

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