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Renault 12 Wheel Size
The Renault 12 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to wheel size, these range from 13x4.5 inches for Sedan in 1976.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Sedan | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
| 1976 | Wagon | — | 14x4.5 inches | — | 14x4.5 inches | |
| 1975 | Sedan | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
| 1975 | Wagon | — | 14x4.5 inches | — | 14x4.5 inches | |
Renault 12 Models Price and Specs
The price range for the Renault 12 varies based on the trim level you choose. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Sedan | 1.3L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | — | — | |
| 1976 | Wagon | 1.3L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | — | — | |
| 1975 | Sedan | 1.3L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | — | — | |
| 1975 | Wagon | 1.3L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | — | — | |
| 1974 | Sedan | 1.3L, Leaded, 4 SP MAN | $1,490 | $2,370 | |
| 1974 | Wagon | 1.3L, Leaded, 4 SP MAN | $1,600 | $2,530 | |
| 1973 | Sedan | 1.3L, Leaded, 4 SP MAN | $1,490 | $2,370 | |
| 1973 | Wagon | 1.3L, Leaded, 4 SP MAN | $1,710 | $2,530 | |
| 1972 | Sedan | 1.3L, Leaded, 4 SP MAN | $1,380 | $2,200 | |
| 1972 | Wagon | 1.3L, Leaded, 4 SP MAN | $1,490 | $2,200 | |
Renault 12 Dimensions
The dimensions of the Renault 12 Wagon and Sedan vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Wagon | 1460x1640x4440 mm | 130 mm | |
| 1976 | Sedan | 1430x1640x4380 mm | 112 mm | |
| 1975 | Sedan | 1430x1640x4380 mm | 112 mm | |
| 1975 | Wagon | 1460x1640x4440 mm | 130 mm | |
Renault 12 Towing Capacity
The Renault 12 has maximum towing capacity of 1000kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Sedan | 1000kg | 1000kg | |
| 1976 | Wagon | 1000kg | 1000kg | |
| 1975 | Sedan | 1000kg | 1000kg | |
| 1975 | Wagon | 1000kg | 1000kg | |
| 1974 | Sedan | 0kg | 0kg | |
| 1974 | Wagon | 0kg | 0kg | |
| 1973 | Sedan | 0kg | 0kg | |
| 1973 | Wagon | 0kg | 0kg | |
| 1972 | Sedan | 0kg | 0kg | |
| 1972 | Wagon | 0kg | 0kg | |
Renault 12 Fuel Consumption
The Renault 12 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Leaded fuel type(s).
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Sedan | — | 1.3L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1976 | Wagon | — | 1.3L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1975 | Sedan | — | 1.3L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1975 | Wagon | — | 1.3L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1974 | Sedan | — | 1.3L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1974 | Wagon | — | 1.3L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1973 | Sedan | — | 1.3L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1973 | Wagon | — | 1.3L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1972 | Sedan | — | 1.3L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1972 | Wagon | — | 1.3L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
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