Renault VEL Satis 2002 3.5 petrol description
Hatchback Renault Vel Satis 2002 3.5 V6 24V has been produced from March, 2002 to May, 2005. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.5 litres, which produces power of 245 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Renault VEL Satis 2002 - 2005 version and torque 330 Nm (Newton metres) on 3600 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 520 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Renault VEL Satis 3.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5 litres.
Renault Vel Satis 2002 3.5 V6 24V has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Renault Vel Satis 2002 3.5 V6 24V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 235 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Renault Vel Satis 2002 3.5 V6 24V fuel consumption is 11.5 litres per 100km (8.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 16.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
Renault VEL Satis safety
During safety testing Renault VEL Satis has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Renault VEL Satis is evaluated with five stars, and for pedestrian protection Renault VEL Satis got one star.
Renault Vel Satis 2002 3.5 V6 24V technical data
| Model: | Renault Vel Satis 3.5 V6 24V | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2002. March ... 2005. May | ||
| Engine: | 3498 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 275 g/km |
| Power: | 245 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 330 NM ON 3600 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 235 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.5 (combined) 16.8 (urban) 8.5 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.86m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.58m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2270 kg | ||
Renault Vel Satis 2002 3.5 V6 24V engine V4Y
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.| Engine displacement | 3498 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 95.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 81.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.3 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Renault Vel Satis 2002 3.5 V6 24V oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5 litres (5.3 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 7.2 litres (7.6 quarts) |
| Power | 215 - 255 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 - 330 NM ON 3600 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2002 |
| Duration of production | 17 years |
| Engine also used on | Renault Laguna Renault Grand Espace Renault Espace |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
All Renault VEL Satis hatchback [2002 - 2005] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Renault Vel Satis 2002 2.0 Turbo 16V
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 165 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Renault Vel Satis 2003 2.0 Turbo 16V Automatic Jan 2003 — Mai 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 165 HP | 10.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Renault Vel Satis 2002 2.2 DCi 16V
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.2 Diesel | 150 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Renault Vel Satis 2003 2.2 DCi 16V Automatic Aug 2003 — Mai 2005 | 2.2 Diesel | 150 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Renault Vel Satis 2002 3.0 DCi 24V
Most powerfull diesel version (180 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 180 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Renault Vel Satis 2002 3.5 V6 24V
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds |
3.5 Petrol | 245 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) |