Renault 16 I 1.5 (GL, Super, L) Hatchback
40 kW54 PS54 hp106 Nm1965–1976
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- Power
- 40 kW 54 PS · 54 hp
- Torque
- 106 Nm 78 lb-ft
- 0–100 km/h
- 18.0 s
- Top speed
- 146 km/h
- Length
- 4,240 mm
- Displacement
- 1,470 cm³
Under the bonnet of the Renault 16 I 1.5 (GL, Super, L) hatchback sits a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, good for 40 kW (54 PS) and 106 Nm of torque. A four-speed manual gearbox sends the 16 I 1.5 (GL, Super, L)'s drive to the front wheels.
This is the entry point among the 4 versions of the 16 I; the range-topping 1.6 1.65 TX (68 kW) has 70% more power. In figures, it sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in 18.0 s and tops out at 146 km/h.
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Engine
| Fuel | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,470 cm³ 1.5 l · 90 cu in |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Power | 40 kW 54 PS · 54 hp |
| Torque | 106 Nm 78 lb-ft |
Transmission
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Gears | 4 |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
Performance
| 0–100 km/h | 18.0 s 0–62 mph |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 146 km/h 91 mph |
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 4,240 mm 166.9 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,628 mm 64.1 in |
| Height | 1,450 mm 57.1 in |
Production
| Body type | Hatchback |
|---|---|
| Years | 1965–1976 |
| Generation | 16 I (1965–1980) |
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