This 1.2 MT (55 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation [Restyling] Hatchback (3-door), which was produced by Renault from 1996 to 1998. In addition to this engine, 5 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 7.3litre |
|---|---|
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 4.8litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 6litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 43litre |
| Cruising range | from 590 to 900km |
| Fuel | 92 RON |
| Top speed | 155km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 15second |
| Displacement | 1171cm3 |
|---|---|
| Engine power | 55bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 6 000RPM |
| Maximum torque | 84Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 3500RPM |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Injection type | Carburetor |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore | 75.8mm |
| Stroke | 64.9mm |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 10.2m |
| Seats | 5 |
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| Length | 3709mm |
| Width | 1616mm |
| Height | 1395mm |
| Wheelbase | 2472mm |
| Front track | 1336mm |
| Rear track | 1362mm |
| Ground clearance | 120mm |
| Kerb weight | 830kg |
| Gross weight | 1265kg |
| Min. boot capacity | 265litre |
| Max. boot capacity | 1055litre |
| Body type | Hatchback |
| Front suspension | Strut |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Torsion beam |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| City | 8.8 litres / 100km |
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| Highway | 5.8 litres / 100km |
| Average | 7.2 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.