Renault Clio 1998 1.2
Renault Clio 1998 1.1 petrol description
Hatchback Renault Clio 1998 1.2 has been produced from April, 1998 to May, 2001. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.1 litres, which produces power of 60 horsepower on 5250 rpm and torque 93 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 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available.
More engine specs
This Renault Clio 1.1 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.8 litres.
Renault Clio 1998 1.2 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Renault Clio 1998 1.2 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 15 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 160 km/h.
Renault Clio 1998 1.2 fuel consumption is 6.2 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (16.1 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 7.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 800 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 960 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Renault is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. 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 1.2 technical data
Model: | Renault Clio 1.2 | ||
---|---|---|---|
Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 1998. April ... 2001. May | ||
Engine: | 1149 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 146 g/km |
Power: | 60 HP ON 5250 RPM | Torque: | 93 NM ON 2500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 160 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 15.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.2 (combined) 7.9 (urban) 5.2 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 6.2 l/100km (37.9 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: | 1420 kg |
Renault Clio 1998 1.2 engine D7F
Engine displacement | 1149 cm3 |
---|---|
Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 69 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 76.8 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.6 : 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 | 120,000 km |
Fuel system | Injection |
Renault Clio 1998 1.2 oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.8 litres (5.1 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
Power | 58 - 60 HP ON 5250 RPM |
Torque | 88 - 93 NM ON 2500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1996 |
Duration of production | 18 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 1999 onwards. |
|
Engine also used on | Renault Kangoo Renault Twingo |
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. |
Most often compared to
All Renault Clio hatchback [1998 - 2001] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
---|---|---|---|---|
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) |
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) |
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) |