Some mechanics and users may claim that French cars are more reliable, but there are models that contradict this stereotype. It all depends on what engine is running under the hood of the car. If it is one of the engines we present on our list, the car is usually as durable as Japanese and German vehicles.
PSA – 2.0 HDi diesel from the DW10 family
The 2.0 HDi PSA diesel engine, also known as the DW10 family, is one of the most successful engines after 2000. Coming from France, it became famous for its extraordinary durability, even despite frequent negligence on the part of users. For over two decades, this engine has been continuously improved and modified to meet growing customer expectations and increasingly stringent emission standards.
This engine played a key role in the revival of the Ford brand, which was struggling with problems with its own diesel engines. It is therefore no coincidence that manufacturers as renowned as Volvo and Suzuki also decided to use it.
Although you may hear about seizures or damage to this engine from time to time, these are exceptional situations that only affect a small percentage of users. The vast majority of them are very satisfied with its operation. One of the greatest advantages of this engine is its low fuel consumption, which remains low even during dynamic driving.
Of course, like any diesel engine, the 2.0 HDi PSA diesel has its problems, but they are surprisingly rare. Repairs to newer variants of this engine can be quite expensive, but it’s still worth considering if you’re looking for a diesel car.
PSA – petrol 1.4 and 1.6 from the TU family
The first engines worth highlighting are the 1.4 and 1.6 PSA petrol engines from the TU family. These naturally aspirated engines produced by Citroën and Peugeot may not be as appreciated for their durability as engines from Germany or Japan, but they are undoubtedly their equal. They are characterized by an incredibly simple design, which was designed in the 1990s, when durability was one of the most important assumptions.
Currently, TU family engines can be found in cars that are over a dozen years old, but one of the variants of this unit (marked as EC5) was available until 2018 in the Citroën C-Elysée and Peugeot 301 models as 1.6 VTi. This engine already had variable valve timing, which allowed it to meet the Euro 6 standard. It is worth noting, however, that this is not a design from the Prince family.
Regardless of the year, it is an engine that works well with the LPG installation, is undemanding in service and repairs, and cheap spare parts are easily available. Potential faults include ignition coil failure or throttle contamination. Units that have been neglected or heavily used may experience increased oil consumption.
The rest of the article is below the video
Renault – diesel 1.5 dCi from the K9K family
Another engine worth highlighting is the Renault 1.5 dCi diesel from the K9K family. This is an entity with over twenty years of history that had difficult beginnings. A large number of failures, including quite serious ones, left their mark on the engine known as 1.5 dCi. However, over the last decade, the unit has gained a reputation for refinement and durability. Moreover, it is extremely economical, almost unrivaled in its class.
Currently, there are no more problems with seized bearings and shaft, or with faults in the injection or turbocharging system. Today it is an engine you should not be afraid of. On the contrary, it is worth looking for cars with such an engine under the hood, because it will last a long time and will be a pleasure every time you refuel. The latest variants do not suffer from any significant problems. This engine found its way not only under the hood of Renault and Nissan cars, but also Mercedes models, where its origin was hidden under the code OM 607 DE 15 LA.
Renault – diesel 2.0 dCi from the M9R family
The 2.0 dCi diesel engine, which is part of the M9R family produced by Renault, turned out to be a worthy successor to the not very successful 1.9 dCi diesel model. Although at the beginning he also struggled with problems regarding the durability of the bearings, they were quickly eliminated. As a result, this engine entered the second decade of the 21st century as a fully refined and reliable mechanism.
Until recently, it was available in the offer of Renault and Nissan cars, and now it is a more ecological alternative to the smaller 1.6 dCi biturbo model. Drivers appreciate it for its fantastic dynamics, as well as its low failure rate and high durability. Despite the recommendations for frequent oil changes to ensure the durability of the bearings, a car with this engine is a very good choice. It is worth adding that this engine copes perfectly with delicate chip tuning.
Renault – petrol 0.9 TCe from the H4bt family
In turn, the 0.9 TCe petrol engine, part of the H4bt family produced by Renault, despite its small size, turned out to be not only successful, but also durable. This unit, designed just over 10 years ago and offered until recently, is a real phenomenon in its class. Mainly because, despite such a small capacity and only three cylinders, it usually overcomes the 200,000 km mark without any problems. km mileage.
Moreover, even though it was designed at a time when downsizing was popular, it successfully resisted direct gasoline injection, which makes it possible to install an LPG installation. Moreover, it turned out to be so successful that a successor with a capacity of 1 liter (H4Dt) was created on its basis, which has an almost identical design and does not require a particulate filter, as is the case with competing models. Although sometimes coolant leaks or high oil consumption may occur, these are not common problems.
2023-10-23 17:33:00
#engines #indestructible #German #Japanese
