G8T vs F7P
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
F7P
ACCEPTABLE
76/100
+8 points over G8T
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
G8T
Renault
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
F7P
Renault
Specifications
G8T
F7P
Brand
Renault
Renault
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
68
76
Years
1993--2002
1991--1998
Displacement
2188 cc
1764 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Diesel
Petrol Na
Power
113 hp
137 hp
Known Issues
1
1
Total Risk Cost
€300--€600
€250--€500
Character
G8T
"Laguna, Espace. Old indirect injection diesel. Timing belt. Injection pump. Simple and economical. No DPF, no common rail complexity. Reliable long-distance cruiser."
F7P
"Clio Williams, R19 16S. Early F-family hot hatch engine. 137hp NA — feels quick in a light Clio. Timing belt. High-revving. The Clio Williams is a French icon with this engine."
Issues Comparison
G8T 1
▲ HIGH
Timing belt (interference)
F7P 1
▲ HIGH
Timing belt (interference)