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Renault Fluence: Mk1 vs Mk1 Facelift

Renault Fluence Mk1

Renault Fluence Mk1

Renault Fluence Mk1 Facelift

Renault Fluence Mk1 Facelift

Verdict

The Mk1 Facelift is about 5% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

Price & overview
PriceRM115,000RM108,888
Body typeSedanSedan
SegmentC-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCKDCKD
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM379RM379
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing
Capacity1,997 cc1,997 cc
Horsepower143 hp143 hp
Torque195 Nm195 Nm
FuelPetrolPetrol
Bore84 mm84 mm
Compression Ratio10.210.2
Drivetrain
TransmissionCVT AutomaticCVT Automatic
Transmission NameX-Tronic CVTX-Tronic CVT
Transmission ManufacturerJatcoJatco
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h10.1 seconds10.1 seconds
Rated Economy7.7 L/100 km7.7 L/100 km
Top Speed195 km/h195 km/h
Co2178 g/km178 g/km
Dimensions
Length4,618 mm4,618 mm
Width1,813 mm1,813 mm
Height1,485 mm1,485 mm
Wheelbase2,702 mm2,702 mm
Weight1,406 kg1,406 kg
Fuel Tank60 litres60 litres
Doors44
Seats55
Boot Space530 litres530 litres
Front Tyre205/55R17205/55R17
Rear Tyre205/55R17205/55R17
Spare TyreFull Size 15"Full Size 15"
Factory TyresContinental ContiPremiumContact 2
Chassis
AssemblyMalaysia (CKD)Malaysia (CKD)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionTorsion BeamTorsion Beam
Front Wheels17" Alloy17" Alloy
Rear Wheels17" Alloy17" Alloy
SteeringRack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear CurtainDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Child Safety LockManual for rear doorsManual for rear doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
ISOFIXAvailable on two outer rear passenger seatsAvailable on two outer rear passenger seats
Lane-keeping AssistNo
Seatbelt ReminderFor All Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsHalogen ProjectorHalogen Projector
TaillampsNormal BulbNormal Bulb
Front Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsManual AdjustableManual Adjustable
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conRear VentsRear Vents
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 Rear1 Front, 1 Rear
Interior LightingMap Lights and Ambient LightsMap Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio7" Touchscreen Renault R-Link CD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth, Navigation, Voice Control and Arkamys 6 Speakers7" Touchscreen Renault R-Link CD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth, Navigation, Voice Control and Arkamys 6 Speakers
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down with Anti PinchFour Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Push Button
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlPassive Cruise ControlPassive Cruise Control
Tiptronic
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationRemote Control ActivationRemote Control Activation
Reverse CameraYesYes
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Instrument ClusterDigital/Analogue
Parking BrakeHandbrake
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimitedUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer5 years5 years
Warranty Notes5-year/100,000 km free service, plus a courtesy car if maintenance work takes more than 48 hoursA courtesy car if maintenance work takes more than 48 hours

Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.

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