Renault Talisman 2015–2020 car dimensions: 4866 mm long, 1870 mm wide and 1465 mm high. Braked towing is 1,850 kg.
The cabin offers dual-zone automatic climate control as standard across grades. Basic cruise control with limiter is fitted from entry level, while adaptive cruise appears on higher packs. R-Link 2 touchscreens of 7 or 8.7 inches arrive from mid grades, with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay available on compatible later units. Parking sensors start rear-only or front-rear and expand to 360-degree on top trims. Automatic emergency braking, blind spot warning and lane departure warning form part of optional or higher-trim driver aid packs. A reversing camera is offered on mid-to-high grades.
Boot space measures 572 litres with seats up under the cover. Folding the 60/40 rear bench via Easy Break levers in the load area expands capacity to 1681 litres up to the roof, with a low loading sill and optional powered hands-free tailgate.
Braked towing capacity reaches up to 1850 kg depending on engine and market, with unbraked limited to 750 kg. Payload sits around 570 kg on typical versions.
The estate layout with flat load floor after folding seats and roof rails supports everyday load carrying, though no specific heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension packages appear in the published specs.
The cabin offers class-leading space with 902 mm front headroom and 886 mm rear in the Estate, plus 262 mm rear knee room. Front seats provide up to 10-way adjustment including electric options, four-way lumbar, massage with multiple programmes, heating and ventilation on higher grades like Initiale Paris, plus memory for six profiles. Dual-zone climate control is standard. Acoustic laminated glass features on the windscreen as standard and side windows on top trims. A panoramic roof is available as an option. Multi-Sense allows personalisation of ambient lighting, damping and drive modes for a refined feel.
Euro NCAP 5 stars (2015): 86% adult, 84% child, 68% pedestrian, 76% safety assist.
Standard six airbags, ABS with EBA, ESC, hill-start assist, tyre pressure monitoring and ISOFIX.
Engines include TCe 150/200 petrol and dCi 110/130/160 diesel. dCi 110 from 3.7 l/100 km NEDC.
Service intervals originally 30 000 km or 2 years. some later engines 20 000 km or 1 year.
ADAS pack available with AEBS, ACC, lane departure warning, blind-spot warning and traffic-sign recognition.
Petrol TCe and diesel dCi engines cover 110-200 hp, with EDC dual-clutch automatic on many versions. Official NEDC figures show strong efficiency for the class, particularly the 1.5 dCi 110 at 3.7 l/100 km and 98 g/km CO2. higher-output diesels and petrols sit higher but remain competitive. Real-world use stays reasonable on long trips thanks to the efficient powertrains and Multi-Sense Eco mode.
Routine servicing follows 30 000 km/2-year intervals at launch, tightened to 20 000 km/1 year on certain later engines. Most engines use timing chains. the 1.5 dCi requires belt replacement around 160 000 km. Parts costs are moderate compared with German rivals. Regular oil changes with the correct specification keep the turbo engines reliable.
The Talisman earned a full five-star Euro NCAP rating in 2015 with solid adult and child scores. Six airbags, pretensioners and a strong body structure form the core. Higher trims or packs add AEBS, adaptive cruise, lane-keep alerts, blind-spot monitoring and traffic-sign recognition for everyday reassurance.
Ownership is straightforward: keyless entry is widespread, the powered tailgate (Estate) aids loading, and the large 572-1 700-litre boot with Easy Break folding makes family use easy. Cabin refinement benefits from acoustic glass and optional Bose audio with active noise control. Keep an eye on suspension bushes and electronics as the car ages, but the overall package remains comfortable and practical for long-distance travel.
Length 4866 mm, Width 1870 mm, Height 1465 mm, Wheelbase 2809 mm (Talisman 2015–2020)
Sources: manufacturer data, Renault official brochures/pricelists, press kits confirm dimensions/cargo, automoli/autoevolution.