Renault Clio 2012 RS 1.6
Renault Clio 2012 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Renault Clio 2012 RS 1.6 is being produced from January, 2012. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 200 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Renault Clio 2012 version and torque 240 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available.
More engine specs
This Renault Clio 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.8 litres.
Renault Clio 2012 RS 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Renault Clio 2012 RS 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 230 km/h.
Renault Clio 2012 RS 1.6 fuel consumption is 6.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (15.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Renault real everyday fuel consumption is 8.8 litres per 100 km, which is 40% 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 RS 1.6 technical data
| Model: | Renault Clio RS 1.6 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2012. January | ||
| Engine: | 1618 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 200 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 240 NM ON 1750 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 230 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.7 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.3 (combined) 8.1 (urban) 5.1 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.8 l/100km (26.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres (11.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.09m (length) 1.73m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 300 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1714 kg | ||
Renault Clio 2012 RS 1.6 engine M5MT
| Engine displacement | 1618 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 79.7 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 81.1 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.5 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. More service info |
| Timing chain change interval | 150,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Renault Clio 2012 RS 1.6 oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 4.8 litres (5.1 quarts) More service info |
| Power | 150 - 205 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 - 280 NM ON 1750 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2013 |
| Duration of production | 5 years |
| Engine also used on | Renault Megane Renault Espace |
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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) |