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Renault 12

General information

ModelRenault 12
Year1978
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating54.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1289 ccm (78.65 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.2 litres/100 km (32.67 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1289 ccm (78.65 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power54.00 PS (40 kW or 53 HP) at 5250 Rev. per min.
Max torque94.00 Nm (9.6 kgf-m or 69.3 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed138.0 km/h (85.7 mph)
0-50 miles11.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0600 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight900 kg (1,984.2 pounds)
Overall length4350 mm (171.3 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)
Fuel capacity56.0 litres (14.80 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
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