Renault R202
Renault's first car after rebranding Benetton, powered by a 111-degree V10 with an unusually low centre of gravity.
- Power
- 820 bhp
About the Renault R202
Launched in Paris on 27 January 2002, the R202 marked Renault's return as a full constructor after buying Benetton, and was designed by Mike Gascoyne's team as an aerodynamic development of the B201. Its Renault RS22 V10 used a 111-degree bank angle for a lower centre of gravity than any other Formula One engine of the time, and the car ran on Michelin tyres. Jenson Button scored 14 points, including fourth places in Malaysia and Brazil, while Jarno Trulli, whose results included fourth at Monaco, suffered repeated retirements. Renault finished fourth in the constructors' championship with 23 points, though without a podium for the first time since the team raced as Toleman in 1985.
Renault R202 specs
The Renault R202 produces 820 bhp (611 kW).
| Make | Renault |
|---|---|
| Model | R202 |
| Years | 2002 |
| Type | Race car |
| Body style | Open-wheel single-seater |
| Country | France |
| Engine | 3.0L naturally aspirated V10 (Renault RS22) |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,000 cc (3.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 820 bhp (611 kW) at 17,500 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-speed titanium longitudinal semi-automatic sequential |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 600 kg (1,323 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 1367 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Renault R202 rarity in CarSpot
The Renault R202 is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 42 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Renault R202 fun facts
- Where tobacco advertising was not allowed, the Mild Seven text on the car was replaced with 'Blue World'.
- The R202's only double points finish came at Monza, where both drivers scored despite qualifying outside the top ten.