V4Y vs F7P

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
F7P ACCEPTABLE 76/100
+4 points over V4Y
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE V4Y Renault
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE F7P Renault

Specifications

V4Y
F7P
Brand
Renault
Renault
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
72
76
Years
2002--2015
1991--1998
Displacement
3498 cc
1764 cc
Layout
V6
I4
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Na
Power
238--245 hp
137 hp
Known Issues
1
1
Total Risk Cost
€500--€1,500
€250--€500

Character

V4Y

"Espace IV, Koleos. Nissan VQ35-derived. Chain driven. Renault's most reliable V6. Oil consumption at high mileage. Timing chain guides. Better than French-designed V6 alternatives."

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

V4Y 1

● MODERATE
Timing chain guide wear €500--€1,500 120,000 km--200,000 km

F7P 1

▲ HIGH
Timing belt (interference) €250--€500 60,000 km--80,000 km

Models

V4Y 3

Espace IV (JK) 2003--2008 Laguna III (BT) 2008--2012 Espace IV (JK) 2003--2012

F7P 3

Laguna I (B56) 1994--2001 Laguna I (B56) 1994--2001 Clio I (B/C57) 1991--1995
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