Renault F8Q
The most well-known problem with this diesel engine is head cracking. Almost all motors suffer from cracks and frequent overheating only accelerates…
Renault Kangoo engines
The Renault Kangoo is a French vehicle classified as a multipurpose vehicle. The car has been produced by the Renault Group since 1997. Has body modifications of a van and a minivan with 2, 3 and 4 doors. Since 2002, an all-wheel drive modification of the model called Trekka has been produced in the 1st generation, the version has an increased ground clearance. Since 2007, the 2nd generation of the model based on the Nissan C platform has been produced. The electric version of the model has been produced since 2011 and has the designation Kangoo Express Z. E.
The Renault Kangoo was offered with 10 engines between 1997 and 2018 (6 petrol, 4 diesel). Displacement ranges from 1.1 to 1.9 liters, power output from 54 to 133 hp. 1 use a timing chain and 9 a timing belt. 5 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Renault F8Q (about 500,000 km).
Renault Kangoo engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault Kangoo 1 (KC) 1997–2009 | |||||||
| Renault K7J | 1997–2001 | 1.4 L R4 | 75 hp | petrol | belt | 3.8 L | ~400,000 km |
| Renault F8Q | 1997–2003 | 1.9 L R4 | 54–90 hp | diesel, NA / turbo | belt | 5.9 L | ~500,000 km |
| Renault E7J | 1997–2001 | 1.4 L R4 | 70–80 hp | petrol | belt | ~200,000 km | |
| Renault D7F | 1997–2001 | 1.1 L R4 | 54–60 hp | petrol | belt | 4.8 L | ~300,000 km |
| Renault F9Qt (dTi) | 1999–2003 | 1.9 L R4 | 80–98 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 5.9 L | ~400,000 km |
| Renault K4M | 2001–2009 | 1.6 L R4 | 90–133 hp | petrol | belt | 4.8 L | ~400,000 km |
| Renault F9Q (dCi) | 2001–2005 | 1.9 L R4 | 80–130 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 5.5 L | ~500,000 km |
| Renault D4F | 2001–2005 | 1.1 L R4 | 60–79 hp | petrol | belt | 4.8 L | ~300,000 km |
| Renault Kangoo 2 (KW) 2013–2018 | |||||||
| Renault H5Ft | 2013–2018 | 1.2 L R4 | 114–132 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 5.2 L | ~250,000 km |
| Other Renault Kangoo 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 Kangoo engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Renault Kangoo?
Renault Kangoo 1 (KC) (1997–2009): Renault K7J, Renault F8Q, Renault E7J, Renault D7F, Renault F9Qt (dTi), Renault K4M, Renault F9Q (dCi) and Renault D4F; Renault Kangoo 2 (KW) (2013–2018): Renault H5Ft.
Which Renault Kangoo engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Renault Kangoo engines are: Renault F8Q — about 500,000 km; Renault F9Q (dCi) — about 500,000 km; Renault F9Qt (dTi) — about 400,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Renault Kangoo engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Renault D4F — 4.8 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Renault D7F — 4.8 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Renault F8Q — 5.9 L (5W-40, 10W-40); Renault F9Q (dCi) — 5.5 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Renault F9Qt (dTi) — 5.9 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Renault H5Ft — 5.2 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Renault K4M — 4.8 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Renault K7J — 3.8 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Renault K9K — 4.5 L (5W-30, 5W-40).
Does the Renault Kangoo have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Renault H5Ft; timing belt: Renault D4F, Renault D7F, Renault E7J, Renault F8Q, Renault F9Q (dCi), Renault F9Qt (dTi), Renault K4M, Renault K7J and Renault K9K. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Renault Kangoo available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Renault F8Q, Renault F9Q (dCi), Renault F9Qt (dTi) and Renault K9K.
Engine details
Renault E7J
The cause of the unstable operation of the power unit is usually: air leakage, a burned-out lambda probe, a faulty fuel pump,…
Renault D4F
Such a power unit is famous for its capricious electrics and, above all, sensors. There is also an unreliable ignition coil with…
Renault D7F
A generally reliable unit most often worries its owners with electrical failures: here the air flow sensor, temperature, throttle position sensor fails.
Renault F9Qt (dTi)
The Bosch fuel pump is very reliable, but at high mileage it is prone to leaks and air leaks due to loss…
Renault K7J
Until 2012, the K-series 8-valve units were equipped with an unsuccessful ignition coil, which often cracked. Moisture got into the cracks and…
Renault F9Q (dCi)
The resource of this motor depends on the condition of the oil pump, which wears out quickly, from which its performance drops.…
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 H5Ft
The first year of production there were many complaints about floating engine speeds, poor starting in cold weather, sudden shutdown of the…
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