Renault : 21
Model Introduction
The Renault 21, launched in 1986, stood out for offering two distinct wheelbases within the same model range to accommodate different body styles, from the sleek saloon to the spacious Nevada estate. Styled under Gaston Juchet with crisp, modern lines, it featured a wide variety of engines mounted either longitudinally or transversely depending on the version. The Nevada, in particular, was praised for its huge load capacity and comfort on long journeys. High-performance Turbo and Quadra all-wheel-drive variants added sporting appeal, helping the R21 remain competitive in European markets until its replacement by the Laguna in the mid-1990s.
Magazine Articles
-
Turbo 21 on way
Renault's clean looking, some say bland, 21 saloon should be taking on a new performance image by autumn, with a more potent turbo model.
-
Stepping up
Renault 21 TXE v Mazda 626 2.0i v Toyota Camry 2.0GLi
-
Turbo for 21
Two performance derivatives of the Renault 21 are on the way. First will be a two-litre turbo, producing around 155bhp and giving a top speed of over 130mph together with around seven second 0-60mph acceleration.
-
Twin Test
Audi 80 1.8E v Renault 21TXE
-
The Changeling
As this magazine hits the newsstands, the new Renault 21 Turbo hits the streets of Britain. This supremely attractive and strikingly fast car represents Renault's latest attempt at finding the right compromise between performance and creature comfort.
-
Fast Lane Fleet
Renault 21 2-litre Turbo
