Renault Kadjar

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Renault Kadjar
2018 Renault Kadjar S Edition TCE 1.3 Front.jpg
2018 Renault Kadjar S Edition 1.3 TCe
Overview
Manufacturer Renault
Production2015–2022
2016–2020 (China)
Assembly
Designer Victor Sfiazof
Body and chassis
Class Compact crossover SUV (C)
Body style 5-door SUV
Layout Front-engine, front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive
Platform Renault–Nissan CMF-CD platform
Related Nissan Qashqai/Rogue Sport (J11)
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission 6-speed manual
7-speed 7DCT300 EDC automatic
CVT (China)
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,647 mm (104.2 in)
Length4,450 mm (175.2 in)
Width1,840 mm (72.4 in)
Height1,600 mm (63.0 in)
Chronology
Successor Renault Austral

The Renault Kadjar is a compact crossover SUV (C-segment) manufactured and marketed by Renault, developed with the second generation Nissan Qashqai/Rogue Sport [1] and revealed at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, [2] with sales starting in April 2015 in Europe, and in 2016 in China. [3]

Contents

The Kadjar was superseded by the Renault Austral which commenced production in 2022, and utilises only E-Tech mild hybrid or PHEV petrol drivetrains. [4] It is expected to become the successor to the Kadjar/Koleos/Scénic and Grand Scénic/Espace SUV and MPV model lines in 5 and 7 seat forms respectively. [5]

Overview

2016 Renault Kadjar Dynamique NAV DCi 1.5 Front.jpg
Phase 1 Dynamique (2015-2018)
2016 Renault Kadjar Dynamique NAV DCi 1.5 Rear.jpg
Rear view
2018 Renault Kadjar S Edition TCE 1.3 Front.jpg
Phase 2 Facelift S-Edition (2018-2022)
2018 Renault Kadjar S Edition TCE 1.3 Rear.jpg

The Kadjar shares the same Renault–Nissan Common Module Family platform as the Nissan Qashqai, which will allow for front and four wheel drive. [2]

It is offered with the latest version of Renault's R Link 2 infotainment system (voice control, navigation, Bluetooth and radio), engine stop start, emergency brake assist, lane departure warning and traffic sign recognition with speed limit alerts, 360 degree sensors, reversing camera, and a hands free parking system. [6]

The 108 bhp 1.5 litre diesel is the most economical model offered, with CO2 emissions of 99g/km and fuel economy of 74.3mpg. Final performance figures are not yet confirmed, but offers much the same levels as the Qashqai, with 0–62 mph (100 km/h) coming in 11.9 seconds.

The 128 bhp 1.6 litre diesel makes it from 0–62 mph (100 km/h) in 9.9 seconds, emit 115g/km and average 64mpg. Performance and economy figures are said to be largely similar for both automatic and manual versions. The 4WD version has slightly higher emissions. A 128 bhp 1.2 TCe petrol model is also offered.

Renault claims the Kadjar name is based on two words: Kad is inspired by quad to represent a go anywhere four wheeled vehicle, and Jar recalls the French words agile and jaillir respectively representing agility and suddenly emerging from somewhere. [7] [8]

Renault published a more elaborate explanation of the name Kadjar in the blog section of their corporate web site. [9] However, its relation to Qashqai points to its relation to the Qajars or in French Kadjars.

Since Nasser ed-Din Shah the Qajar shahs of Persia wrote their name in western script in the French way: Kadjar. This relation has been noted in several professional and social media in prevalently neutral, but in few cases, a bit enthusiastic manner. There were also rare bursts of politically based outrage. [10] [11]

According to two Iranian sources, Mozaffar ad-Din Shah Qajar King of Iran (1853–1907), acquired two Renault cars in Belgium in 1900 while on his trip in Europe, and had them delivered to Iran. These were to be the first automobiles in Iran. [12] [13]

The car received a facelift in 2018, with production of the remodeled car starting some time the following year. With four new engines to replace the old, a change to the exterior design and an updated interior with more space for items, updated infotainment system and some small changes to the climate control. [14]

The Kadjar production was stopped mid-July 2022. [15]

Engines

Renault H5Ht 1.3L turbo petrol engine as found in Mercedes A-Class (as the M282), used 2018 onwards Mercedes M282 engine.png
Renault H5Ht 1.3L turbo petrol engine as found in Mercedes A-Class (as the M282), used 2018 onwards
Petrol engines [16]
ModelYear(s)DisplacementFuel TypePowerTorque0–100 km/h (0–62 mph)CO2 Emissions
TCe 1302015–20181,197 cc (73.0 cu in)Petrol131 PS (96 kW; 129 bhp)205 N⋅m (151 ft⋅lbf)10.1 s126 g/km
TCe 1602017–20181,618 cc (98.7 cu in)Petrol163 PS (120 kW; 161 bhp)240 N⋅m (177 ft⋅lbf)9.2 s134 g/km
TCe 1402018–20221,332 cc (81.3 cu in)Petrol140 PS (103 kW; 138 bhp)240 N⋅m (177 ft⋅lbf)10.4 s134 g/km
TCe 1592018–20221,332 cc (81.3 cu in)Petrol159 PS (117 kW; 157 bhp)260 N⋅m (192 ft⋅lbf)9.4 s134 g/km

The cylinder head of the 1.3L direct-injection turbo petrol motor was designed by Daimler, utilising a rare compact triangular "Delta" design. [17] [18] It incorporates a bore spray coating, a petrol particulate filter in the exhaust system, and the Mercedes application in the A-Class adds cylinder deactivation. [19]

Diesel engines [16]
ModelYear(s)DisplacementFuel TypePowerTorque0–100 km/h (0–62 mph)CO2 Emissions
dCi 1102015–20181,461 cc (89.2 cu in)Diesel110 PS (81 kW; 108 bhp)260 N⋅m (192 ft⋅lbf)11.9 s99 g/km
dCi 110 EDC2015–20181,461 cc (89.2 cu in)Diesel110 PS (81 kW; 108 bhp)250 N⋅m (184 ft⋅lbf)11.7 s99 g/km
dCi 1302015–20181,598 cc (97.5 cu in)Diesel131 PS (96 kW; 129 bhp)320 N⋅m (236 ft⋅lbf)9.9 s113 g/km
dCi 130 4x42015–20181,598 cc (97.5 cu in)Diesel131 PS (96 kW; 129 bhp)320 N⋅m (236 ft⋅lbf)10.5 s126 g/km
dCi 1152018–20221,461 cc (89.2 cu in)Diesel115 PS (85 kW; 113 bhp)270 N⋅m (199 ft⋅lbf)11.7 s113 g/km
dCi 1502018–20221,749 cc (106.7 cu in)Diesel150 PS (110 kW; 148 bhp)340 N⋅m (251 ft⋅lbf)––

Prompted by the Volkswagen emissions scandal, the German motor authority found many cars not complying with the requirements of the emission laws. The Kadjar's diesel dCi 110 and dCi 130 (2015-2018) engines were measured to have a NOx emission level of approximately 1.5 g/km, almost twenty times the Euro 6 limit of 80 mg/km. [20]

Safety features

Renault Kadjar Logo.svg
Renault Kadjar styled nameplate
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Geneva Motor Show following announcement (2015)
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Facelift unvelied at Paris Motor Show (2018)

Renault Kadjar had five-star Euro NCAP rating in 2015. [21]

On the British market, entry-level model does not have lane departure warning. Lane departure warning feature is available on medium model. Top model also has speed alert with traffic sign recognition and a blind spot warning system. [21]

Depending on model, reversing sensors, front sensors and a reversing camera might be available. [21]

Sales

YearEurope [22] China [23] Australia [24] [25]
201549,520
2016130,09023,999
2017111,70525,900
201899,98017,503
2019110,0135,984132
202063,685181500
202133,318

685,261 Kadjar have been produced overall. [15]

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