Renault 4/4L
Overview
| Produced: |
1961-1992 |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Estate,4 doors,4 seats |
Not to be outdone by arch rival, Citroen, Renault launched its own budget-family model in 1962, the Renault 4. With similar but more modern and squarer styling to the Citroen 2CV the Renault 4 offered simple transport for four people and their luggage.
Like the Citroen the 4 featured a push-pull gear-change which was simple to use. The 4 came with a 747cc four cylinder engine, although later models received a larger 845cc unit. Although available with commercial vehicle bodies as well the Renault 4 passenger model was offered only as a simple four door estate. Production continued until 1992.
Buyers Guide Renault 4: 1961-1992 featured in Practical Classics November 2006 – available from our sister site Bookbase. Click here to view.
Source: Motorbase
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 747cc | S4 OHV | |||
| 845cc | S4 OHV | 58mm x 80mm |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | Steering | Front Suspension | Rear Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70 mph | 30.6 s | 35 mpg |
Auction Sales History
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Article |
Ghost of the past - Renault 4 1961-92 |
72 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars August 2011 | |||
| Ghost of the past - Renault 4 1961-92 - On its 50th anniversary we reveal the cultural and technical impact of this world-beating early hatchback. | ||||
| Article |
From Cradle To Grave - French letters - Renault 4 |
36 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics October 2002 | |||
| French letters - Can there really be much difference between the L and GTL, the first and last of the Renault 4 range? Yes there can, says David Lillywhite, but it's more in the character than the metal. | ||||
| Article |
People's champion |
96 |
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| Publication | Octane August 2011 | |||
| People's champion - Built for the masses and down to a price, Renault's innovative R4 caused a sensation 50 years ago - and it's still a great drive today. | ||||
| Article |
White Lightning |
40 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly January 2011 | |||
| White Lightning - Malcolm Vardy didn't just restore this Renault 4 - he made it quieter and a lot more powerful. | ||||
| Article |
Estate of the nation |
34 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly May 2008 | |||
| Estate of the nation- One was made for rural rough and tumble, the other for urban practicality. Both were blessed with a touch of European style. Renault vs Fiat. | ||||
| Article |
Starter Classic - Renault 4 |
152 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car May 2002 | |||
| Starter Classic - Renault 4 - Alistair Clements acquaints himself with the Regie's 'mountain goat' | ||||
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