Renault Samsung SM3
Every Renault Samsung SM3 generation in the Burbles catalogue — complete specs, rarity tiers, interactive 3D cards, and the collectors who have spotted them on the street.
- Lineage Span
- 2002–2020 2 generations · 4 published trims
- Power Evolution
- 99 → 139 hp Base lead-trim output across eras
- Catalogue Rarity
- 2 Epic 2 Epic
All 2 Renault Samsung SM3 Generations
Each generation deals in its rarity tier’s alloy with its engine disc, lead specs, and first spotter record. Click into any generation for full trims and market figures.
The SM3's electric Z.E. version launched into Korean production in 2013 and immediately took over: a 58% share of the country's entire EV market that year, on just 453 cars sold.
Under the Samsung badge is a Nissan: the first SM3 was a rebranded Nissan Sunny/Bluebird Sylphy, built in South Korea by Renault Samsung and also sold as a Nissan Almera, Nissan Sunny, or Renault Scala depending where you were standing.
Collectors Who Spotted the Renault Samsung SM3
No member has published a public street spot of the Renault Samsung SM3 yet — the First · Worldwide stamp is wide open.
Renault Samsung SM3 Generation-by-Generation Comparison
Lead figures across every published generation, newest to oldest. Select any generation to inspect all trims and engine options.
| Generation | Years | Tier & Rarity | Engine | Power & Torque | 0–60 mph | Weight | Trims | First Spotter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung SM3 (L38; 2009–2020)L38 | 2009–2020 | Epic | 2.0L I4 | 139 hp · 144 lb-ft | — | — | 2 trims → | Unclaimed |
| Samsung SM3 (G10; 2002–2009)G10 | 2002–2009 | Epic | 1.5L I4 | 99 hp · 100 lb-ft | — | — | 2 trims → | Unclaimed |
See a Renault Samsung SM3 on the street, point Burbles at it, and that generation’s card goes in your binder with your own photo and serial number. Own one? Add it to your garage in the app.