Renault 19

The Renault 19 is a small family car that was produced by the French car manufacturer Renault between 1988 and 1996. In Turkey and in Argentina, production continued until 2000. The internal development code for the 19 was X53, with the five door receiving the B53 chassis code, the three door being the C53, the Chamade the L53, and the Cabriolet the D53.[1]

Renault 19
Renault 19 Phase 1 (hatchback)
Overview
ManufacturerRenault
Also calledRenault Energy (Colombia, Venezuela)
Production
  • 1988–1996
  • 1993–2000 (Argentina, Turkey)
Assembly
DesignerGiorgetto Giugiaro at Italdesign
Body and chassis
ClassSmall family car (C)
Body style3/5-door hatchback
4-door saloon ("Chamade")
2-door convertible
LayoutFF layout
RelatedRenault Mégane I
Powertrain
Engine1.2 L C2G I4
1.2 L E7F I4
1.4 L C2J I4
1.4 L E6J I4
1.6 L C2L/C3L
1.7 L F2N/F3N I4
1.8 L F2P/F3P I4
1.8 L F7P DOHC 16-valve I4
1.9 L F8Q diesel/TD I4
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,540 mm (100.0 in)
LengthHatchback: 4,156 mm (163.6 in)
Chamade: 4,248 mm (167.2 in)
Width1,694 mm (66.7 in)
Height1,412 mm (55.6 in)
Curb weight886–1,175 kg (1,953–2,590 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorRenault 9 / Renault 11
SuccessorRenault Mégane

Overview
Phase 1 (hatchback)
Phase 2 (hatchback)
Phase 1 saloon ("Chamade")
Phase 2 saloon ("Chamade/Europa/Bellevue")

The R19 was presented in June 1988,[2] with sales in the domestic French market beginning in September 1988.[3] It was the replacement for the 9 and 11, both of which were ageing and outdated by the end of the 1980s. The R19 went on sale in right hand drive form for the British market in February 1989.

The R19 was styled by Giorgetto Giugiaro, featuring Renault's new E-type (or "Energy") 1.4 L engine and F type 1.7 L versions. Base models originally used the OHV C-type Cléon 1.2 and 1.4 L engines, depending on the market. While originally only available with an atmospheric diesel engine, a turbocharged version appeared in the beginning of 1992.[4]

Intended to be Renault's last numeric named car, the 19 ushered in a new naming policy, with the saloon versions of the 19 being known as the 19 Chamade, to distinguish them from the hatchbacks. The saloon version was launched in 1989.[2]

In many markets, the Chamade badge was dropped following the facelift of 1992, with some replacing it with the "Europa" tag.

In 1991, a convertible bodystyle built by Karmann was first shown; few of these were built with the Phase I design, as it was facelifted shortly afterwards. Although the R19's exterior design (which was relatively conservative, like that of the Renault 9/11) received a muted response, it was praised for its interior comfort and handling.

For the fuel injected top versions, a four speed automatic transmission became available in the fall of 1990. Lesser versions still made do with four or five speed manuals, or a three speed automatic.[2] A convertible version appeared in the beginning of 1992, only available with the two most powerful engine options.[5]

In the summer of 1992, a revamped model was introduced with a substantially restyled front and rear, while LHD market versions received a new dashboard and interior — RHD models retained the original design.

With the facelift, smaller "Energy" series units gradually replaced the old pushrod items, and 1.8 litre engines appeared at the top of the lineup, where they replaced the more powerful 1.7 units (the F3N).[6] The R19 was sold in most of Europe until 1996, and was produced for some South American markets in Argentina until 2000 and for the Andean markets in Colombia until 2001. Turkish production lasted a little longer than in the rest of Europe, also until the year 2000. The R19's platform and running gear would continue to be used in its replacement, the first generation Renault Mégane, which lasted for seven years.

The Renault 19 was awarded the 1989 Car of the Year in Spain and Germany, 1990 Car of the Year in Ireland, and 1993 Car of the Year in Argentina.

16S
Phase 1 (convertible)
Phase 2, note bonnet vent

The Renault 19 16S (16V in some countries) was first shown towards the very end of 1988.[7] It was only actually added to the lineup in the autumn of 1990,[2] and was the only Renault 19 with a 16 valve engine. It had a distinctive air inlet on the bonnet, a rear spoiler, 15 inch Speedline SL401 alloy wheels, side skirts, twin headlamps, Recaro bucket seats with optional leather trim, four in one exhaust manifold and ABS braking system with optional trip computer, aircon and electric sunroof. The "S" is for Soupapes, French for valves.

It was praised for its excellent handling and rev happy F7P engine, which, along with the advanced Renix ECU, made it faster and more fuel efficient compared to most competitors. The braking system was upgraded to include 259 mm (10.2 in) vented discs on the front and 237 mm (9.3 in) discs on the rear as well as an uprated lower suspension setup and front strut bar.

Phase 1 editions benefited from unique front and rear bumpers with front indicators relocated into the bumpers to allow for the twin headlamps, while the Phase 2 retained the original bumpers found throughout the range but added colour coded tops, rubber inserts, and a discreet lower splitter.

The very last models (1995 to 1996) were called Executive and came with leather interior as standard.

A 16S version was also produced in Europe which was equipped as above – however, the earliest models did not sport the bonnet vent. The Phase 2 models gear ratios were also revised, to allow for the extra weight found in the safety equipment the later models carried.

Renault claimed an acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) of 8.2 seconds. Each model boasted 137 PS (101 kW; 135 hp) in a catalysed form and a top speed of 215 km/h (134 mph). Phase I included a non catalysed version with 140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp).[8]

Motorsport

Renault Sport used the 19 in the British Touring Car Championship in 1993, driven by Alain Menu and Tim Harvey. The car proved uncompetitive except in wet conditions, and was replaced with the Laguna for the 1994 season.

Engines
ModelEngineDisplacementValvetrainFuel systemMax. power at rpmMax. torque at rpmTop speedYears
Petrol engines
1.2C1G1237 ccOHV 8vCarburettor55 PS (40 kW; 54 hp) at 5000 rpm90 N⋅m (66 lb⋅ft) at 3000 rpm1988–199x
1.2eE7F1171 ccSOHC 8vSingle point fuel injection58 PS (43 kW; 57 hp) at 6000 rpm85 N⋅m (63 lb⋅ft) at 4000 rpm155 km/h (96 mph)1992–1995
1.4C1J1397 ccOHV 8vCarburettor60 PS (44 kW; 59 hp) at 5250 rpm101 N⋅m (74 lb⋅ft) at 2750 rpm1988–1989
1.4C3J1397 ccOHV 8vSingle point fuel injection58 PS (43 kW; 57 hp) at 4750 rpm100 N⋅m (74 lb⋅ft) at 3000 rpm161 km/h (100 mph)1989–1995
1.4E6J1390 ccSOHC 8vCarburettor80 PS (59 kW; 79 hp) at 5750 rpm108 N⋅m (80 lb⋅ft) at 2750 rpm176 km/h (109 mph)1988–1989
1.4E7J1390 ccSOHC 8vSingle point fuel injection79 PS (58 kW; 78 hp) at 6000 rpm107 N⋅m (79 lb⋅ft) at 3500 rpm173 km/h (107 mph)1992–1995
1.61C2L1565 ccOHV 8vCarburettor78 PS (57 kW; 77 hp) at 5000 rpm123 N⋅m (91 lb⋅ft) at 3500 rpm1992–2000
1.61C3L1565 ccOHV 8vSingle point fuel injection75 PS (55 kW; 74 hp) at 5000 rpm133 N⋅m (98 lb⋅ft) at 5000 rpm1992–2000
1.7F2N1721 ccSOHC 8vCarburettor75 PS (55 kW; 74 hp) at 5000 rpm125 N⋅m (92 lb⋅ft) at 3250 rpm1988–1989
1.7F2N1721 ccSOHC 8vCarburettor92 PS (68 kW; 91 hp) at 5750 rpm138 N⋅m (102 lb⋅ft) at 3000 rpm183 km/h (114 mph)1988–1989
1.7F3N1721 ccSOHC 8vSingle point fuel injection73 PS (54 kW; 72 hp) at 5000 rpm127 N⋅m (94 lb⋅ft) at 2750 rpm171 km/h (106 mph)1989–1995
1.7F3N1721 ccSOHC 8vSingle point fuel injection90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) at 5250 rpm140 N⋅m (103 lb⋅ft) at 3000 rpm185 km/h (115 mph)1989–1992
1.7F3N1721 ccSOHC 8vMulti point fuel injection107 PS (79 kW; 106 hp) at 5800 rpm151 N⋅m (111 lb⋅ft) at 4000 rpm190 km/h (118 mph)1990–1992
1.8F3P1794 ccSOHC 8vSingle point fuel injection88 PS (65 kW; 87 hp) at 5750 rpm142 N⋅m (105 lb⋅ft) at 2750 rpm181 km/h (112 mph)1992–1994
1.8F3P1783 ccSOHC 8vSingle point fuel injection90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) at 5750 rpm144 N⋅m (106 lb⋅ft) at 2750 rpm181 km/h (112 mph)1994–1997
1.8F3P1794 ccSOHC 8vMulti point fuel injection109 PS (80 kW; 108 hp) at 5500 rpm160 N⋅m (118 lb⋅ft) at 4250 rpm195 km/h (121 mph)1992–1994
1.8F3P1783 ccSOHC 8vMulti point fuel injection107 PS (79 kW; 106 hp) at 5500 rpm158 N⋅m (117 lb⋅ft) at 4250 rpm195 km/h (121 mph)1994–1997
1.8F7P1764 ccDOHC 16vMulti point fuel injection135 PS (99 kW; 133 hp) at 6500 rpm158 N⋅m (117 lb⋅ft) at 4250 rpm212 km/h (132 mph)1990–1997
Diesel engines
1.9 dF8Q1870 ccSOHC 8vIndirect injection64 PS (47 kW; 63 hp) at 4500 rpm118 N⋅m (87 lb⋅ft) at 2250 rpm161 km/h (100 mph)1988–1995
1.9 dTF8Q1870 ccSOHC 8vIndirect injection90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) at 4250 rpm175 N⋅m (129 lb⋅ft) at 2250 rpm183 km/h (114 mph)1990–1995

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References
  1. "Modellübersicht Renault" [Renault model listing]. Mobilverzeichnis (in German). Archived from the original on 5 October 2012. Retrieved 27 March 2013.
  2. Büschi, Hans-Ulrich, ed. (March 1991). Automobil Revue 1991 (in German and French). 86. Berne, Switzerland: Hallwag AG. p. 509. ISBN 3-444-00514-8.
  3. McNee, Stewart (22 July 1988). "Renault chases rivals". Evening Times (35, 171): 40.
  4. Büschi, Hans-Ulrich, ed. (5 March 1992). Automobil Revue 1992 (in German and French). 87. Berne, Switzerland: Hallwag AG. p. 490. ISBN 3-444-00539-3.
  5. Automobil Revue 1992, pp. 490-492
  6. Büschi, Hans-Ulrich, ed. (10 March 1994). Automobil Revue 1994 (in German and French). 89. Berne, Switzerland: Hallwag AG. pp. 478–479. ISBN 3-444-00584-9.
  7. Mastrostefano, Raffaele, ed. (January 1989). "Scavalcato il Turbo" [Skipping the turbo]. Quattroruote (in Italian). Vol. 34 no. 399. Milan, Italy: Editoriale Domus. p. 120.
  8. Automobil Revue 1991, p. 511
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