Renault Clio 1998 1.9 DTi
Renault Clio 1998 1.9 diesel description
Hatchback Renault Clio 1998 1.9 DTi has been produced from January, 2000 to May, 2001. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.9 litres, which produces power of 80 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 160 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 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, 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 1.9 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.9 litres.
Renault Clio 1998 1.9 DTi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Renault Clio 1998 1.9 DTi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 174 km/h.
Renault Clio 1998 1.9 DTi fuel consumption is 5.2 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (19.2 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Renault Clio 1998 - 2001 version, city fuel economy - 6.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 960 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1160 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 1.9 DTi technical data
Model: | Renault Clio 1.9 DTi | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2000. January ... 2001. May | ||
Engine: | 1870 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 139 g/km |
Power: | 80 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 160 NM ON 2000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 174 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.2 (combined) 6.7 (urban) 4.3 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 5.3 l/100km (44.4 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: | 1530 kg |
Renault Clio 1998 1.9 DTi engine F9QT
Engine displacement | 1870 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 93 mm |
Compression ratio | 18.3 : 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 1998 1.9 DTi oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 5.9 litres (6.2 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
Power | 80 - 98 HP ON 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 - 200 NM ON 2000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1997 |
Duration of production | 6 years |
Engine also used on | Renault Scenic Renault Megane Renault Espace |
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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) |
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) |