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Renault Vel Satis

General information

ModelRenault Vel Satis
Year2001
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3000 ccm (183.06 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement3000 ccm (183.06 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power213.00 PS (157 kW or 210 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque393.24 Nm (40.1 kgf-m or 290.1 ft.lbs)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed210.0 km/h (130.5 mph)
0-60 miles10.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1238 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5020 litres (1,326 gallons)
Cargo space460 litres (122 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsABS ABS ABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1720 kg (3,792.0 pounds)
Overall length4870 mm (191.7 inches)
Overall width1870 mm (73.6 inches)
Overall height1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Wheelbase2850 mm (112.2 inches)
Fuel capacity83.0 litres (21.93 gallons)
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