Diesel · 2007–2014
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All about the Renault Twingo 2All about the 1.5 dCi (K9K) engine
The 1.5 dCi (K9K) engine was fitted to the Renault Twingo 2 (2007–2014). In the EU that is 16.1 % of all new cars of this generation.
Versions: 1.5 75 hp, 1.5, 1.5 86 hp.
The most expensive known risk is DPF clogging, failed regenerations: it usually appears at 80,000–200,000 km and costs €150–1,500 to fix.
✓ The faults of this engine were checked against sources (10/2026). Each item has at least two independent sources or an official recall or parts-maker technical note.
Signs: Knocking from the bottom end when warm, oil pressure warning; if ignored the crankshaft is damaged and the engine fails
Fix: On early engines change oil every 10,000-15,000 km with the correct spec; at the first knock stop driving and replace the con-rod bearings (preventive bearing change is common on high-mileage early cars)
Signs: Hard starting or no start, misfire and smoke, rail pressure fault codes, several injectors failing at once
Fix: Check the fuel filter and the pump for metal particles; replace the pump and the contaminated injectors, rail and lines and flush the tank, otherwise new parts fail again
Signs: Hard hot starting, rough idle, black smoke, power loss, return flow out of tolerance on the test
Fix: Return-flow (leak-off) test and live-data correction check; recondition or replace the faulty injectors with new copper seals
Signs: Jerky idle, black smoke, power loss, EGR fault codes (e.g. P0401); worse with short town trips
Fix: Check EGR position in live data; clean the valve and intake, replace the valve if it sticks or its motor fails
Signs: DPF warning, frequent or interrupted regenerations, limp mode; mostly cars used for short trips
Fix: Check the differential pressure sensor and EGR first, then forced regeneration, cleaning or replacement; use low-ash RN0720 oil
Signs: Whistling, blue smoke, oil use, loss of power or limp mode (P0299 underboost)
Fix: First check boost hoses and clamps and the intercooler pipes; if the turbo has play, replace it and clean or replace the oil feed line and check oil pressure
Signs: Belt snaps or jumps well before the 160,000 km interval; the engine stops and valves are bent
Fix: On these cars ask a Renault dealer by VIN whether the service bulletin on the high-pressure pump / belt drive was done, and do not run the belt to 160,000 km; change it at 120,000 km or 6 years at the latest
Signs: 'Card not detected', won't start
Fix: Repair or replace the card reader
Signs: Window drops or jams
Fix: Replace the regulator
Signs: Parking brake warning, won't release
Fix: Repair or replace the actuator
Signs: Boot won't open
Fix: Replace the lock / switch
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
Signs: Won't select a gear, 'gearbox fault', jerky shifts
Fix: Repair or replace the actuator; clutch re-learn
Signs: Slipping, harsh engagement
Fix: Replace clutch + re-learn
Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €3,100–7,250. Sum of the services and wear parts in the plan above (about 15,000 km a year, independent workshop), without faults.
Intervals and typical prices for the Renault Twingo 2 with the 1.5 dCi (K9K) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 10,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| DPF health check (soot / ash load)Emissions | every 20,000 km | €0–60 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Fuel filterFuel | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €40–110 |
| Glow plugsEngine | every 100,000 km | €120–300 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Timing belt kit + water pumpEngine | every 120,000 km or every 72 months | €450–900 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 Diesel1,461 cm³ · 55 kW (75 hp) | 7.6 % | 2011–2013 | — | — |
| 1.5 Diesel1,461 cm³ | 4.9 % | 2010–2011 | — | — |
| 1.5 Diesel1,461 cm³ · 63 kW (86 hp) | 3.6 % | 2011–2013 | — | — |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (8). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
The faults with the highest risk: DPF clogging, failed regenerations (80,000–200,000 km, €150–1,500); injector wear (high return flow, rough running) (150,000–250,000 km, €400–1,400); turbocharger failure (oil supply, boost hose) (120,000–250,000 km, €100–1,400); electronic parking brake (Scénic / Espace) (80,000–200,000 km, €250–800).
Belt · 120,000 km / every 72 mo.
5W-30 · Renault RN0720 (DPF) / RN0710 · ~4.5 L · every 10,000 km.
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Main sources for the faults of this engine:
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles. How we check the data →
Updated 29/10/2026