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Renault Modus 1.6 Authentique

General information

ModelRenault Modus 1.6 Authentique
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating47 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving6.8 litres/100 km (34.59 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power88.00 PS (65 kW or 87 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque140.00 Nm (14.3 kgf-m or 103.3 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke79.6 x 80.5 mm (3.1 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)12.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0707 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4880 litres (1,289 gallons)
Cargo space198 litres (52 gallons)
Optional cargo space274 litres (72 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Optional Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1245 kg (2,744.8 pounds)
Max weight with load1660 kg (3,659.7 pounds)
Towing weight900 kg (1,984.2 pounds)
Overall length3800 mm (149.6 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1600 mm (63.0 inches)
Wheelbase2490 mm (98.0 inches)
Fuel capacity49.0 litres (12.95 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR12880
CO2 emissions174.0 g/km
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