Renault Clio 1998 1.6
Renault Clio 1998 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Renault Clio 1998 1.6 has been produced from April, 1998 to January, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 5250 rpm and torque 131 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available.
More engine specs
This Renault Clio 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 3.6 litres.
Renault Clio 1998 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Renault Clio 1998 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 175 km/h.
Renault Clio 1998 1.6 fuel consumption is 7.6 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (13.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.5 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Renault is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Renault Clio fuel consumption.
Renault Clio safety
During safety testing Renault Clio has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Renault Clio is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Renault Clio got two stars.
Renault Clio 1998 1.6 technical data
| Model: | Renault Clio 1.6 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 1998. April ... 2000. January | ||
| Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 179 g/km |
| Power: | 90 HP ON 5250 RPM | Torque: | 131 NM ON 2500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 175 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.6 (combined) 10.5 (urban) 6.0 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8 l/100km (29.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 3.77m (length) 1.64m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.3 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 255 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1035 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1515 kg | ||
Renault Clio 1998 1.6 engine K7M
| Engine displacement | 1598 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 79.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 80.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.5 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. More service info |
| Timing belt change interval | 60,000 km |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Renault Clio 1998 1.6 oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 3.6 litres (3.8 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts) |
| Power | 82 - 90 HP ON 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 - 137 NM ON 2500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1998 |
| Duration of production | 26 years |
| Engine also used on | Dacia Dokker Dacia Logan Renault Kangoo Dacia Lodgy and 2 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
All Renault Clio hatchback [1998 - 2001] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Renault Clio 1998 1.1 1.2
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.1 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Renault Clio 1998 1.4 | 1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Renault Clio 2000 1.4 Jan 2000 — Nov 2000 | 1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Renault Clio 2000 1.4 16V Jan 2000 — Mai 2001 | 1.4 Petrol | 98 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Renault Clio 2000 1.4 16V Mai 2000 — Mai 2001 | 1.4 Petrol | 98 HP | - | Automatic (4) |
| Renault Clio 1998 1.6 Apr 1998 — Jan 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Renault Clio 1998 1.6 Apr 1998 — Jan 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
|
Renault Clio 2000 1.6 16V
Sep 2000 — Mai 2001 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.6 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Renault Clio 1998 1.9 D
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 65 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Renault Clio 2000 1.9 DTi
Jan 2000 — Mai 2001 Most powerfull diesel version (80 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 80 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |