RENAULT
Renault 5 Renault 5 1972 (1972–1985) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 0.8 | 4 | 37 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.0 | 4 | 44 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.1 | 4 | 45 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.3 | 4 | 64 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 1.4 Automatic | 3 | 59 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.4 i | 5 | 60 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.4 Turbo | 5 | 160 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 D | 5 | 55 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | Alpine 1.4 Turbo | 5 | 108 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | Alpine A5 1.4 | 5 | 93 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Renault 5 Renault 5 1972 overview
The Renault 5 (Renault 5 1972) is the 1st generation of the 5, built from 1972 to 1985. It is offered as a Hatchback with 10 engines (petrol, diesel), from 37 HP to 160 HP. The 1.4 i (60 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 14.0 s, reaches a top speed of 158 km/h and is 3590 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Renault 5 have?
The Renault 5 (Renault 5 1972) has 37 HP to 160 HP, depending on the engine: 0.8 Billancourt (37 HP), 1.3 Cleon (42 HP), 1.0 Cleon (44 HP), 1.1 Cleon (45 HP), 1.6 F (55 HP), 1.4 Cleon (59 HP), 1.4 Cleon (60 HP), 1.4 Cleon (93 HP), 1.4 Cleon (108 HP), 1.4 Cleon (160 HP).
What engines are available for the Renault 5?
The Renault 5 is available with 10 engines: 0.8 Billancourt (37 HP, petrol), 1.3 Cleon (42 HP, petrol), 1.0 Cleon (44 HP, petrol), 1.1 Cleon (45 HP, petrol), 1.6 F (55 HP, diesel), 1.4 Cleon (59 HP, petrol), 1.4 Cleon (60 HP, petrol), 1.4 Cleon (93 HP, petrol), 1.4 Cleon (108 HP, petrol), 1.4 Cleon (160 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Renault 5?
The Renault 5 is 3590 mm long, 1565 mm wide, 1385 mm tall, with a 2415 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Renault 5?
The Renault 5 1.4 i (60 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 14.0 s and has a top speed of 158 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Renault 5 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1981–1985 |
| Platform | Renault 5 |
| Variant | 1.4 i (60 Hp) |
| Body type | hatchback |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 3 |
Power & torque
| Power | 60 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 4750 rpm |
| Torque | 102 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 3000 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 158 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 14.0 s |
| 0–62 mph | 14.0 s |
Engine
| Engine code | C3J |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1390 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 75.8 mm |
| Stroke | 77.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Single Point Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Oil capacity | 3.5 L |
| Coolant | 6.0 L |
| Engine layout | Front Transverse |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | 5mt |
| Gearbox manufacturer | renault |
Dimensions
| Length | 3590 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1565 mm |
| Height | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2415 mm |
| Front track | 1330 mm |
| Rear track | 1290 mm |
| Boot space | 235 – 915 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 760 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1195 kg |
| Max load | 435 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 6.8 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel tank | 38.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Coil Spring |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | torsion |
| Front brakes | disc |
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Tire size | 145/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims | 13 |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 12.7 kg/Hp, 78.9 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 7.5 kg/Nm, 134.2 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1981 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1985 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.