Renault 21 facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Renault 21 |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Renault |
| Also called | Eagle Medallion (U.S. & Canada) Renault Étoile (Colombia) Renault Medallion |
| Production | 1986–1994 1986–1995 (for Nevada/Savanna) |
| Assembly | |
| Designer | Giorgetto Giugiaro at Italdesign |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Large family car (D-segment) |
| Body style | 4-door sedan/saloon 5-door stationwagon/estate 5-door liftback |
| Layout |
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| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual 3-or-4-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 4,462 mm (175.7 in) sedan 4,644 mm (182.8 in) wagon |
| Width | 1,715 mm (67.5 in) |
| Height | 1,415 mm (55.7 in) sedan 1,421 mm (55.9 in) wagon |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Renault 18 |
| Successor | Renault Laguna |
The Renault 21 was a popular car made by the French company Renault. It was produced from 1986 to 1994. This car took the place of the older Renault 18 model. Later, the Renault Laguna became its successor. The station wagon version, called the Nevada, was made until 1995.
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Different Kinds of Renault 21
The Renault 21 came in a few different shapes. Each shape was designed for different needs.
Sedan and Station Wagon Models
The most common types were the 4-door sedan (also called a saloon) and the 5-door stationwagon.
- The sedan was a regular car with a separate trunk.
- The station wagon, known as the Nevada or Savanna, had more space in the back. It was great for families or carrying lots of things.
Liftback Version
There was also a 5-door liftback model. This car looked a bit like a sedan, but its back window lifted up with the trunk lid. This made it easier to load larger items.
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4-door saloon
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5-door station wagon
(21 Nevada)
How it Moved: Engines
The Renault 21 had different types of engines. These engines gave the car its power. They could be either petrol (gasoline) or diesel.
Petrol Engines
Petrol engines use gasoline to make the car move. The Renault 21 had several options:
- A 1.4 liter engine with about 71 horsepower.
- A 1.7 liter engine with power ranging from 76 to 94 horsepower.
- A 2.0 liter engine with about 106 or 122 horsepower.
- A special 2.0 liter engine with 12 valves, giving it 141 horsepower.
- A powerful 2.1 liter Turbo engine, which could have 162 or 178 horsepower.
- A 2.2 liter engine with around 107 horsepower.
Diesel Engines
Diesel engines use diesel fuel. They are often known for being good on fuel.
- A 1.9 liter diesel engine with about 64 horsepower.
- A 2.1 liter diesel engine with around 68 horsepower.
- A 2.1 liter turbo diesel engine, which had about 90 horsepower. This one used a turbocharger to give it more power.
Images for kids
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1993 Renault 21 GTX Nevada
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Rear view of Renault 21
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1993 Renault 21 2.0 GTS Manager liftback
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See also
In Spanish: Renault 21 para niños
