Renault Clio 2012 1.5 dCi
Renault Clio 2012 1.5 diesel description
Hatchback Renault Clio 2012 1.5 dCi is being produced from January, 2012. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 200 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard.
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The engine has many modifications, is sufficiently common and spare parts are available. The ...
This Renault Clio 1.5 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.9 litres.
Renault Clio 2012 1.5 dCi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Renault Clio 2012 1.5 dCi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Renault Clio 2012 1.5 dCi in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 3.2 litres per 100km (31.3 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Renault Clio 2012 version, fuel consumption in city - 3.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1400 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1500 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Renault real everyday fuel consumption is 4.8 litres per 100 km, which is 50% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Renault Clio fuel consumption.
Renault Clio safety
During safety testing Renault Clio has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Renault Clio is evaluated with very good rate 88 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 89 from 100, for pedestrian protection Renault Clio got 66 points from 100.
Renault Clio safety equipment has been rated as outstanding - 99 percents from 100.
Renault Clio 2012 1.5 dCi technical data
| Model: | Renault Clio 1.5 dCi | ||
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| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2012. January | ||
| Engine: | 1461 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 83 g/km |
| Power: | 90 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 200 NM ON 1750 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.1 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 3.2 (combined) 3.6 (urban) 3.0 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 4.8 l/100km (49 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres (11.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.06m (length) 1.73m (width) 1.45m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 300 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1658 kg | ||
Renault Clio 2012 1.5 dCi engine K9K 3
Engine reliability and common problems:
The engine has many modifications, is sufficiently common and spare parts are available. The fuel consumption/power ratio is good. The fuel injection system can be a problem and the timing belt change interval should be monitored!| Engine displacement | 1461 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 76 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 80.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 15.2 : 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 | Common Rail Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair. |
| Renault Clio 2012 1.5 dCi oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 4.9 litres (5.2 quarts) More service info |
| Power | 75 - 110 HP ON 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 - 260 NM ON 1750 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2008 |
| Duration of production | 8 years |
| Engine also used on | Nissan Qashqai Renault Laguna Renault Scenic Dacia Duster Nissan Juke and 18 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. |
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All Renault Clio hatchback [2012 modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Renault Clio 2012 0.9 1.0
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
0.9 Petrol | 90 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Renault Clio 2012 1.5 dCi | 1.5 Diesel | 90 HP | 3.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Renault Clio 2012 RS 1.6
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 200 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) |