Renault Taliant Review: Budget Sedan with a Modern Touch

Renault Taliant — is a compact four-door sedan built on the CMF-B platform as an affordable alternative to the Logan. The model was launched in 2021 and is aimed at markets such as Turkey, where practicality, efficiency, and basic technology are valued. The car attracts with its spacious cabin, large trunk, and low running costs, making it ideal for city driving and family use. The car’s appearance becomes more expressive and stylish when using Renault Taliant tuning, accessories for which can be found in our product range.

Technical specifications

• Dimensions: length — 4396 mm, width — 1849 mm, height — 1500 mm, wheelbase — 2649 mm.
• Engines: three-cylinder petrol 1.0 L (naturally aspirated 65 hp, turbocharged 90–100 hp, including gas version).
• Transmission: 5- or 6-speed manual, CVT for top versions.
• Performance: acceleration to 100 km/h — from 11.7 to 17 seconds, top speed — up to 180 km/h.
• Fuel consumption: combined cycle — 6–8 L/100 km.
• Suspension: MacPherson front, semi-independent rear beam; brakes — disc front, drum rear.
• Trunk: capacity 628 liters with foldable rear seats.

Equipment

• Base version: six airbags, ABS and ESP systems, cruise control, air conditioning, power windows, audio system with USB and Bluetooth.
• Extended options: climate control, 8-inch multimedia touchscreen, rearview camera, light and rain sensors, blind spot monitoring, push-button engine start.
• Additionally: height and reach adjustable steering wheel, folding tables for rear passengers, electric power steering and electronic parking brake.

Exterior and interior

The Taliant exterior features a dynamic silhouette with sculpted sides, a smooth roofline, and wheel arches. The front stands out with Renault’s signature grille, boomerang-shaped LED daytime running lights, and a massive bumper. The rear — with two-section taillights and an arched design, wheels 15–16 inches.

The interior is simple and ergonomic: analog gauges with a monochrome display, three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, and a center console with climate controls. Materials are budget-friendly but well-assembled; the cabin accommodates five people with ample space, especially in the rear.