Renault Fluence Specs, Engines & Dimensions (2009–2014) — First Generation
The first-generation Renault Fluence is a compact family sedan built around a roomy cabin and a long, practical boot. Its versions cover very different driving characters, from quiet electric running to economical diesel motoring.
Each Renault Fluence engine drives the front wheels, so traction and packaging follow the familiar front-wheel-drive layout. The AT version is electric with an automatic transmission, delivering smooth, near-silent acceleration, while the 1.5 EDC pairs a diesel with a robotic gearbox that shifts for you but feels more mechanical in traffic.
Renault Fluence trim levels sit on top of the mechanical version rather than changing it. The 1.5 EDC, for instance, is offered as Authentique or Comfort: the same diesel powertrain, with differences in convenience features, interior finish and available options. Always check the individual car, since equipment varied by market and year.