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Renault 5

General information

ModelRenault 5
Year1988
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating56.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1108 ccm (67.61 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1108 ccm (67.61 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power46.60 PS (34 kW or 46 HP) at 5250 Rev. per min.
Max torque80.00 Nm (8.2 kgf-m or 59.0 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke70.0 x 72.0 mm (2.8 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed143.0 km/h (88.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)16.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0652 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4560 litres (1,205 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (437.0 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight715 kg (1,576.3 pounds)
Overall length3660 mm (144.1 inches)
Overall width1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2420 mm (95.3 inches)
Fuel capacity43.0 litres (11.36 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
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