Renault F4R
The first versions of the unit had a compression ratio of about 10 and were considered very reliable, however, when switching to…
Renault Duster engines
Renault Duster is a French car in the compact crossover class, produced since 2009 by the Renault Group. The model is assembled in Russia, Romania, Brazil, Colombia and India. A pickup truck named Duster Oroch is also produced and sold in Brazil. The car is based on the Nissan B0 platform. The car is equipped with both full and front wheel drive. In 2013, the model has undergone an update of the interior and equipment.
The Renault Duster was offered with 5 engines since 2010 (4 petrol, 1 diesel). Displacement ranges from 1.3 to 2.0 liters, power output from 64 to 200 hp. 2 use a timing chain and 3 a timing belt. 2 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Renault K4M (about 400,000 km).
Renault Duster engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault Duster 1 (HS) 2010–present | |||||||
| Renault K4M | 2010–2018 | 1.6 L R4 | 90–133 hp | petrol | belt | 4.8 L | ~400,000 km |
| Renault F4R | 2010–present | 2.0 L R4 | 135–200 hp | petrol | belt | 5.9 L | ~350,000 km |
| Renault H4M | 2016–present | 1.6 L R4 | 110–115 hp | petrol | chain | 4.6 L | ~300,000 km |
| Renault Duster 2 (HM) 2019–present | |||||||
| Renault H5Ht | 2019–present | 1.3 L R4 | 115–163 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 6 L | ~300,000 km |
| Other Renault Duster engines generation not specified | |||||||
| Renault K9K | 2001–present | 1.5 L R4 | 64–115 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 4.5 L | ~400,000 km |
Renault Duster engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Renault Duster?
Renault Duster 1 (HS) (2010–present): Renault K4M, Renault F4R and Renault H4M; Renault Duster 2 (HM) (2019–present): Renault H5Ht.
Which Renault Duster engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Renault Duster engines are: Renault K4M — about 400,000 km; Renault K9K — about 400,000 km; Renault F4R — about 350,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Renault Duster engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Renault F4R — 5.9 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Renault H4M — 4.6 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Renault H5Ht — 6 L (0W-40, 5W-40); Renault K4M — 4.8 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Renault K9K — 4.5 L (5W-30, 5W-40).
Does the Renault Duster have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Renault H4M and Renault H5Ht; timing belt: Renault F4R, Renault K4M and Renault K9K. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Renault Duster available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Renault K9K.
Engine details
Renault K4M
In the modifications of this motor with a phase regulator, it is he who is the weak link. Sometimes it starts to…
Renault K9K
The most famous problem with such engines is cranking of the connecting rod bearings. This happens especially often with engines from Europe,…
Renault H4M
The most notorious problem with this very reliable engine is lubricant consumption. Oil consumption may appear immediately or when the engine mileage…
Renault H5Ht
The only massive problem with this turbo engine is floating speed. Like all direct injection combustion engines, this one suffers from carbon…
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