Espace V · 2015–2018

Renault Espace 1.6 dCi Espace V · 160 hp (2015 to 2018)

The Renault Espace 1.6 dCi of the Espace V generation uses the R9M 1.6 dCi diesel engine with 160 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Diesel
Power: 160 PS / 118 kW
Displacement: 1 598 cm³
Cylinders: 4
Engine code: R9M 1.6 dCi
Period covered: 2015–2018
Documented market: Europe

Transmission

Automatic · 6 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

160 hp (118 kW), front-wheel drive, 6-speed automatic. Built from 2015 to 2018.

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In the range

It is the entry-level diesel version of this generation. The R9M 1.6 dCi engine is also fitted to: Nissan X-Trail (X-Trail T32), Renault Scénic (Scénic III), Renault Kadjar (Kadjar).

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Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Typical interval: 30,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

30 000 km

12 months

Renault RN0700 / RN0710 / RN0720 / RN17 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.

Source [1]

Brake fluid

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

24 months

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

Source [1]

Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Renault Espace 1.6 dCi Espace V?

The R9M 1.6 dCi diesel engine (1 598 cc), 160 hp (118 kW).

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Which oil for the Renault Espace 1.6 dCi?

A Renault RN0700 / RN0710 / RN0720 / RN17-approved oil suited to the R9M 1.6 dCi engine.

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Documentary sources

[1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
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