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Renault 5 Renault 5 1972 (1972–1985) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 1 1972 - 1985 Renault 5 1972 Hatchback
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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

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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