Renault 21

Years1986–1994
Generations5
Total variants72
Body stylesHatchback · Sedan · Wagon

The Renault 21 is a hatchback, sedan and wagon model, produced 1986–1994, spanning 5 generations with 72 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the 21 (1989-1994), 21 (1989-1994), 21 Nevada (1989-1993) and 21 (1986-1990). Body styles across the 21 lineage span hatchback, sedan and wagon, reflecting different market positions throughout production. The 21 (1986-1990) generation is the most extensively documented, with 21 variants across engine options, transmissions, and trim levels. Each variant page provides engine displacement, power in HP and kW, 0–100 km/h acceleration, top speed, fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, dimensions, and list price at launch.

Generations · 5

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Quick answers
How many generations does the Renault 21 have?

The Renault 21 has 5 generations with 72 total variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each generation has its own page listing all variants with engine specs, performance figures, and consumption data.

What years was the Renault 21 produced?

The Renault 21 has been produced 1986–1994. Throughout this period the model evolved across multiple generations, each introducing new engine options, body styles, and technology upgrades.

What body type is the Renault 21?

The Renault 21 is available as Hatchback, Sedan, Wagon. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.

Across · Sedan

How performance changed across generations

GenerationPower0–100 km/hVariantsPrice
21 (1986-1990)1986–1990100 hp10.8 s21€12k–€29k
21 (1989-1994)1989–199498 hp12.0 s14€15k–€36k