Renault Kadjar
| Company type | Compact crossover SUV |
|---|---|
| Industry | Automotive |
| Founded | April 2015 |
| Defunct | July 2022 |
| Successor | Renault Austral |
| Headquarters | Palencia and Wuhan (production locations) , Spain and China |
| Products | Compact crossover SUV |
| Parent | Renault |
The Renault Kadjar is a compact crossover SUV classified within the C-segment, developed and sold by Renault. It was first unveiled at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, with its European market launch occurring in April 2015 and availability in China commencing in 2016.
Constructed on the Renault–Nissan CMF-CD architecture, the Kadjar shares numerous components with vehicles such as the Nissan Qashqai and Renault Mégane IV. Its lineup includes various petrol and diesel powertrains, coupled with manual or automatic gearboxes, and options for front-wheel or all-wheel drive, aiming to compete effectively in the compact SUV segment.
In 2022, the Kadjar was succeeded by the Renault Austral, which exclusively offers E-Tech mild hybrid and full hybrid petrol engines, reflecting Renault’s strategic shift toward electrification for enhanced sustainability and growth.
Naming
According to Renault, the name Kadjar merges Kad, inspired by quad to represent a versatile four-wheel vehicle, with Jar, derived from French terms connoting agility and sudden emergence. Additionally, the name references the Qajars through its French spelling Kadjar, a connection that has been observed in both professional and social media circles, occasionally leading to political debate.
Historically, Iranian monarch Mozaffar ad-Din Shah Qajar purchased two Renault automobiles in Belgium in 1900, which are believed to be among the first cars introduced to Iran.
Overview
The Kadjar utilizes the Renault–Nissan Common Module Family platform shared with the Nissan Qashqai, offering configurations with front-wheel drive or four-wheel drive.
It is equipped with Renault’s R Link 2 infotainment system featuring voice command, navigation capabilities, Bluetooth connectivity, engine stop-start technology, emergency brake assist, lane departure warnings, traffic sign recognition with speed alerts, 360-degree parking sensors, a reversing camera, and hands-free parking functionality.
A mid-cycle refresh in 2018 brought four newly introduced engines, a redesigned exterior appearance, increased interior storage capacity, an upgraded infotainment interface, and subtle improvements to climate control. Production concluded in July 2022 after manufacturing a total of 685,261 units at facilities located in Palencia and Wuhan.
Engines
| Model | Year(s) | Displacement | Fuel Type | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) | CO2 Emissions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TCe 130 | 2015–2018 | 1,197 cc (73.0 cu in) | Petrol | 131 PS (96 kW; 129 bhp) | 205 N⋅m (151 ft⋅lbf) | 10.1 s | 126 g/km |
| TCe 160 | 2017–2018 | 1,618 cc (98.7 cu in) | Petrol | 163 PS (120 kW; 161 bhp) | 240 N⋅m (177 ft⋅lbf) | 9.2 s | 134 g/km |
| TCe 140 | 2018–2022 | 1,332 cc (81.3 cu in) | Petrol | 140 PS (103 kW; 138 bhp) | 240 N⋅m (177 ft⋅lbf) | 10.4 s | 134 g/km |
| TCe 159 | 2018–2022 | 1,332 cc (81.3 cu in) | Petrol | 159 PS (117 kW; 157 bhp) | 260 N⋅m (192 ft⋅lbf) | 9.4 s | 134 g/km |
The 1.3-litre turbocharged direct-injection petrol engine was co-developed with Daimler and features an innovative compact triangular "Delta" cylinder head design. It incorporates bore spray coating technology and a petrol particulate filter; notably, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class version includes cylinder deactivation for improved fuel efficiency.
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