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Renault 12 1976
The 1976 Renault 12 carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1000 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Renault 12 is also known as the Renault 1.4 Litre (Australia), the Renault Virage (Australia), the Renault Toros (Turkey) and the Dacia 1300 in markets outside Australia.
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Renault 12 1976 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 1976 Renault 12 will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Renault 12 vary from 13x4.5 inches to 14x4.5 inches.
| Renault 12 Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LE | Sedan | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
| TL | Sedan | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
| GL | Sedan | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
| GL | Sedan | — | 14x4.5 inches | — | 14x4.5 inches | |
| TL | Wagon | — | 14x4.5 inches | — | 14x4.5 inches | |
| GL | Wagon | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
| XL | Wagon | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
Renault 12 1976 Price and Specs
| Renault 12 Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL | Sedan | 1.3L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | — | — | |
| GL | Sedan | 1.3L Leaded 4 SP MAN | — | — | |
| LE | Sedan | 1.3L Leaded 4 SP MAN | — | — | |
| TL | Sedan | 1.3L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | — | — | |
| GL | Wagon | 1.3L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | — | — | |
| GL | Wagon | 1.3L Leaded 4 SP MAN | — | — | |
| TL | Wagon | 1.3L Leaded 4 SP MAN | — | — | |
| XL | Wagon | 1.3L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | — | — | |
Renault 12 1976 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 1976 Renault 12 are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1640mm x 1460mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Renault 12 Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LE | Sedan | 1430x1640x4380 mm | 112 mm | |
| TL | Sedan | 1430x1640x4380 mm | 112 mm | |
| GL | Sedan | 1430x1640x4380 mm | 112 mm | |
| XL | Sedan | 1430x1640x4380 mm | 112 mm | |
| TL | Wagon | 1460x1640x4440 mm | 130 mm | |
| GL | Wagon | 1460x1640x4440 mm | 130 mm | |
| XL | Wagon | 1460x1640x4440 mm | 130 mm | |
Renault 12 1976 Towing capacity
The Renault 12 has maximum towing capacity of 1000kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Renault 12 Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LE | Sedan | 1.3L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 1000kg | |
| TL | Sedan | 1.3L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 1000kg | |
| TL | Sedan | 1.3L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | 1000kg | |
| GL | Sedan | 1.3L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | 1000kg | |
| TL | Wagon | 1.3L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 1000kg | |
| GL | Wagon | 1.3L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 1000kg | |
| GL | Wagon | 1.3L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | 1000kg | |
| XL | Wagon | 1.3L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 1000kg | |
Renault 12 1976 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 1976 Renault 12 is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Renault 12 is available with the following fuel type: Leaded.
| Renault 12 Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL | Sedan | 1.3L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | — | |
| GL | Sedan | 1.3L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | — | |
| GL | Wagon | 1.3L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | — | |
| GL | Wagon | 1.3L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | — | |
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