RENAULT
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
Quick Specs
Fuel
Fuel
Combined
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.
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. The 1.4 (L423) (72 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.5 s and reaches a top speed of 178 km/h.
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).
How fast is the Renault 9?
The Renault 9 1.4 (L423) (72 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.5 s and has a top speed of 178 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Renault 9 L42 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1981–1985 |
| Platform | Renault 9/11 |
| Variant | 1.4 (L423) (72 Hp) |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 72 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5750 rpm |
| Torque | 106 Nm |
Performance
| Top speed | 178 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 12.5 s |
| 0–62 mph | 12.5 s |
Engine
| Engine code | C2J |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1398 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Injection system | carburettor |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| 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 | 4 |
| Gearbox code | 4mt |
| Gearbox manufacturer | renault |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 890 kg |
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Consumption & emissions
| Fuel extra urban | 5.1 L/100km |
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| Fuel tank | 47.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front brakes | disc |
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| Rear brakes | drum |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 12.4 kg/Hp, 80.9 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque | 8.4 kg/Nm, 119.1 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1981 |
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| End Of Production | 1985 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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