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Renault 9 X42 (1981–1989) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 1 1981 - 1989 X42 Sedan

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Body Style

Chassis

Engines

Engine & Performance

1.4 (L423) Automatic

1.4-CLEON-N-E0

Power 68 HP

Fuel Petrol

Engine Code C2J

Drivetrain & Chassis

Chassis Sedan

Gears 3

Gearbox code 3AT

Quick Specs

Engine family 1.4 1.4-CLEON-N-E0

Power 68 HP

Fuel type Petrol

Engine Code C2J

Gears 3

Gearbox Code 3AT

Platform Renault 9/11

Fuel

Combined

Engine Lineup

Trans	Engine	Gears	HP	Fuel	CO₂
MT	1.1 (L421)	4	48 HP	Petrol	—
MT	1.2 (L42S)	4	54 HP	Petrol	—
MT	1.4 (L422,L42C)	4	60 HP	Petrol	—
AT	1.4 (L423) Automatic	3	68 HP	Petrol	—
MT	1.4 (L423)	4	72 HP	Petrol	—
AT	1.4 (L423,L42R)	3	67 HP	Petrol	—
MT	1.4 Turbo	5	116 HP	Petrol	—
MT	1.6 D (L424)	5	55 HP	Diesel	—
MT	1.7 (L426)	5	80 HP	Petrol	—
MT	1.7 (L42E)	5	94 HP	Petrol	—

Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.

Dimensions

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Renault 9 X42 overview

The Renault 9 (X42) is the 1st generation of the 9, built from 1981 to 1989. It is offered as a Sedan with 10 engines (petrol, diesel), from 48 HP to 105 HP.

How much horsepower does the Renault 9 have?

The Renault 9 (X42) has 48 HP to 105 HP, depending on the engine: 1.1 Cleon (48 HP), 1.2 Cleon (54 HP), 1.6 F (55 HP), 1.4 Cleon (60 HP), 1.4 Cleon (67 HP), 1.4 Cleon (68 HP), 1.4 Cleon (72 HP), 1.7 F (73 HP), 1.7 F (88 HP), 1.4 Cleon (105 HP).

What engines are available for the Renault 9?

The Renault 9 is available with 10 engines: 1.1 Cleon (48 HP, petrol), 1.2 Cleon (54 HP, petrol), 1.6 F (55 HP, diesel), 1.4 Cleon (60 HP, petrol), 1.4 Cleon (67 HP, petrol), 1.4 Cleon (68 HP, petrol), 1.4 Cleon (72 HP, petrol), 1.7 F (73 HP, petrol), 1.7 F (88 HP, petrol), 1.4 Cleon (105 HP, petrol).

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation	Renault 9 L42
Year	1981–1985
Platform	Renault 9/11
Variant	1.4 (L423) (68 Hp) Automatic
Body type	sedan
Engine type	Fuel
Fuel type	Petrol
Seats	5
Doors	4

Power & torque

Power	68 HP

Engine

Engine code	C2J
Aspiration	Naturally Aspirated Engine
Oil capacity	3.3 L
Coolant	5.8 L

Drivetrain & transmission

Powertrain architecture	Internal Combustion Engine
Gearbox type	Torque Converter
Gears	3
Gearbox code	3at
Gearbox manufacturer	renault

Consumption & emissions

Fuel tank	47.0 L

Other

Start Of Production	1981
End Of Production	1985

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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