Talisman 1.6 dCi Engines
from £1,400 to £3,200
Rebuilt units from £1,400 · Common codes: R9M 400, R9M 404, R9M 414, R9M 422
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Talisman 1.6 dCi Engines
from £1,400 to £3,200
Rebuilt units from £1,400 · Common codes: R9M 400, R9M 404, R9M 414, R9M 422
Talisman 2.0 dCi Engines
from £1,800 to £4,100
Rebuilt units from £1,800 · Common codes: M9R 450, M9R 452, M9T 454, M9T 456
Talisman 1.6-2.0 TCe Engines
from £1,600 to £3,800
Rebuilt units from £1,600 · Common codes: M5MT 400, M5MR 406, M5R 450, M5R 452

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Every engine code fitted to the Renault Talisman across all generations, with technical specs, compatible variants and trims, known failure points, and average rebuilt prices from UK specialists. Select any engine code to compare quotes.
Extracted from detailed diesel engine families across Renault Talisman variants.

R9M 400 - 1.6L Diesel
Main replacement triggers are timing chain wear, EGR / cooling faults and turbo-control issues.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£1,400 - £2,800
Supply only
Technical specifications
Common failures
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The Renault Talisman's diesel R9M and M9R engines dominate UK replacement enquiries, with timing chain, DPF and turbo issues most common on high-mileage executive saloons. Every rebuilt engine supplied through EngineMarket includes upgraded internal components designed to address the original failure point - plus a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage...
Renault Talisman Timing Chain Failure
Most affected vehicles
Renault Talisman 1.6 dCi Life, Zen, Intens (2015-2022, R9M 400/404/414)
Failure mileage range
70,000-100,000 miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
Plastic tensioner arms wear and chain stretch causes rattling on cold starts; if ignored, chain skip can destroy valves.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minor - Preventative Chain Kit Replacement | £1,200 - £1,800 | £750 - £1,200 | Replace chain, guides, tensioner before catastrophic failure | Viable if caught early; prevents valve damage; best under 90k miles |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt / Reconditioned Engine | £4,500 - £6,500 | £1,400 - £3,200 | Supply & fit rebuilt R9M engine with upgraded timing components, bench tested, 12-month warranty | Recommended if chain has skipped or engine has suffered damage; restores reliability |
Our recommendation
If your Talisman R9M shows cold-start rattle but still runs smoothly, a preventative timing chain kit from a specialist offers excellent value. However, if the chain has already skipped or the engine knocks, replacement with a rebuilt unit is safer and often more cost-effective long-term.
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Every Renault Talisman engine type is available through our UK network with typical price ranges based on variant, engine code and budget.
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Every displacement fitted to the Renault Talisman is listed below with compatible engine codes, production years and common failure notes to help you identify the right replacement.
The 1.6L dCi (R9M family) was the backbone of the Talisman diesel range, fitted to Life, Zen and Intens trims from launch through facelift. Offering strong economy and adequate performance, it became the most searched engine for replacement due to high fleet mileage and known timing chain/DPF issues on motorway-driven examples.
Engine Code(s)
R9M 400, R9M 404, R9M 414, R9M 422
Compatible Models (UK)
Life dCi (2015-2022), Zen dCi (2015-2022), Intens dCi (2015-2022), Grandtour dCi
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
Timing chain tensioner wear, DPF/EGR clogging on short journeys, HPFP degradation after 80k miles
Production Years: 2016-2022
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Diesel Talisman models dominated UK sales, with R9M 1.6L and M9R/M9T 2.0L engines powering Life through Initiale Paris trims from 2015-2022.
Common Renault Talisman Diesel Engine Families
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Typical Diesel Models
Diesel Talisman models dominated UK sales, with R9M 1.6L and M9R/M9T 2.0L engines powering Life through Initiale Paris trims from 2015-2022.
Common Renault Talisman Diesel Engine Families
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Known For
Typical Diesel Models
Petrol Talisman models offered TCe turbo efficiency for private buyers, with M5MT 1.6L powering Zen/Intens and rare M5R 2.0L in Initiale Paris.
Common Renault Talisman Petrol Engine Families
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Typical Petrol Models
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This timeline covers all major engine changes across the Renault Talisman's UK production run (2015-2022), organised so owners can quickly identify their engine and compare rebuilt prices from UK specialists.
⚙Key Changes
▣Main Engines
R9M400 - 1.6L diesel 130hp (Life, Zen, Intens)
R9M404 - 1.6L diesel 160hp (Intens, Initiale Paris)
M5MT400 - 1.6L TCe petrol 150hp (Zen, Intens)
M5MT402 - 1.6L TCe petrol 200hp (Initiale Paris)
▰Popular Models
🔧Known For
Engine Codes Covered:
R9M 400R9M 404M5MT 400M5MT 402