Renault 18
The Renault 18 is a sedan and wagon model, produced 1978–1986, spanning 4 generations with 35 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the 18 (1984-1986), 18 Combi (1984-1986), 18 Combi (1978-1984) and 18 (1978-1984). Body styles across the 18 lineage span sedan and wagon, reflecting different market positions throughout production. The 18 (1978-1984) generation is the most extensively documented, with 13 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.
Choose your 18 generation.
How many generations does the Renault 18 have?
The Renault 18 has 4 generations with 35 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 18 produced?
The Renault 18 has been produced 1978–1986. 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 18?
The Renault 18 is available as Sedan, Wagon. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.
What would this actually cost you?
- Depreciation€4,436
- Fuel / energy€10,500
- Insurance€3,750
- Maintenance€3,000
- Road tax€1,600
Estimate only — insurance, maintenance and road tax are generic figures, not a quote for your car or country. Fuel/energy uses EU-average prices.
Main rivals
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Renault 18: names by market
This model has been sold under different names across markets — same car, different badge or nameplate.
- Dacia 1800Romania
- SportwagonNorth America
How performance changed across generations
| Generation | Power | 0–100 km/h | Variants | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 (1978-1984)1978–1984 | 84 hp | 14.5 s | 13 | €9k–€14k | ★ 3.3 |
| 18 (1984-1986)1984–1986 | 81 hp | — | 6 | €10k–€14k | ★ 3.3 |