It will soon power models of the Clio range coupled with a choice of two types of transmission: the new-generation four-speed Proactive automatic transmission (DP0+) or, at a later date, the six-speed manual gearbox. This engine - like the manual gearbox - is jointly developed by Renault and Nissan within the framework of the Alliance. The smooth yet dynamic performance of this new 2.0 16V powerplant brings out the best in the grand tourer qualities of Renault Clio which, equipped with this engine, stands out as the B-segment benchmark in terms of driving pleasure and acoustic performance.

The 2.0 16V engine delivers a level of driving pleasure more readily associated with bigger engines, offering plenty of torque and power from very low revs and sprightly performance at high engine speeds. It produces 140hp (101.5kW) at 6,000rpm and torque of 194Nm at 3,750rpm. Driving pleasure is further enhanced by the consistent availability of torque across the full rev-band, with 85 per cent of maximum torque available from as low as 2,000rpm. Thanks to its lightened conrods, pistons and valves, it really comes into its own at high revs. The choice of continually variable inlet valve timing favours punch, response and fuel efficiency by optimizing the filling of the combustion chambers at all speeds. Thanks to its aluminium cylinder block and the use of composite materials for certain components, its weight is identical to that of a 1.6-litre engine.

The choice of chain-driven timing reflects the high standard of quality enjoyed by this engine which combines benchmark reliability and durability with a silent drive.

Thanks to its two balancer shafts and the design of certain engine components such as the cylinder block, sump casing and auxiliary mounting, the 2.0 16V guarantees outstanding acoustic performance. Coupled with the six-speed manual gearbox (which will become available at a later date), it also features a twin mass damping flywheel which filters out acyclic movements and eliminates the transmission of vibrations to the gears for additional acoustic comfort.

Renault Clio inaugurates a brand new product offering in its segment with the availability of a 2.0 16V engine coupled with automatic transmission. This association enables Renault Clio to combine the dynamic performance of a 2-litre powerplant with the driving comfort ensured by the four-speed Proactive automatic transmission (DP0+) complete with latest-generation steering wheel-mounted flick-shift controls. Equipped with this transmission, Renault Clio 2.0 16V also delivers remarkable dynamic performance, as illustrated by its best-inclass acceleration from standstill to 100kph in just 9.1 seconds.

The 2.0 16V engine was developed jointly by Renault and Nissan within the framework of the Alliance, with development costs shared equally between the two companies and based on a common brief for the simultaneous production of two variants adapted to the different types of use encountered in Europe and Asia/America. It is also the first Renault-Nissan Alliance-developed petrol engine to power a Renault model.

The 2.0 16V engine and the six-speed gearbox - also jointly developed by Renault and Nissan - combine to form the first 100 per cent Alliance powertrain.



TCE 100 - a new petrol engine engineered for driving pleasure and low fuel consumption

The beginning of 2007 will see Renault release its new petrol 1.2-litre TCE 100 engine aimed at the A- and B-segment models of its range. Engineered for driving pleasure, it combines the fuel consumption of an engine of its size with the power of a 1.4-litre block and the torque of a 1.6-litre powerplant. Equipped with a low inertia turbo, it has been developed with a view to becoming the new benchmark in terms of performance and fuel consumption for its size. Its fuel consumption of just 5.9 litres/100km and CO2 emissions of just 140g/km make it a particularly fuel efficient and environmentally-friendly engine in readiness for the anticipated upturn in interest in petrol engines when the Euro5 standard comes into effect.

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