What is the Renault Safrane?
The Safrane was Renault’s large, upper-range family car. Its five-door hatchback body paired a spacious cabin with a wide-opening rear, instead of a conventional saloon boot. It replaced the Renault 25 in Renault’s range.
The Safrane carried forward the Renault 25’s practical hatchback layout in a more modern design. It was Renault’s flagship model during its first-generation run.
Generations and engines
The first-generation Safrane, known as Safrane I, was sold from 1992 to 2000. UK figures cover three petrol versions, with engines from 1.9 to 2.4 litres. No power ratings are listed for these versions.
Fuel consumption and markets
UK VCA figures for 2000–2001 list a lowest consumption of 9.1 L/100 km on the NEDC test. NEDC differs from the later European WLTP procedure, as well as from the US EPA and Canadian 5-cycle tests.
The first Safrane generation was sold in Europe, including the United Kingdom. It replaced the Renault 25 and remained in production through 2000.
Questions and answers
When was the first-generation Renault Safrane sold?
Safrane I was sold from 1992 to 2000.
What body style does the Safrane use?
It is a large five-door hatchback with a saloon-like profile.
What is the lowest listed UK consumption?
The lowest listed result is 9.1 L/100 km on the NEDC test.
Which engines are covered by the UK figures?
They cover three petrol versions with engines from 1.9 to 2.4 litres.