Renault 12 V1r60 (1.40) May 2026

The 1.4L engine was a staple for models like the Renault Virage in Australia and the Dacia 1310 in Romania, where production of the R12 platform continued until as late as 2004. Key Specifications (1.4L Variant) Engine Type 1,397 cc Inline-4 (Cléon-Fonte) Power Output Approx. 61–66 hp (45–49 kW) depending on the market Transmission 4-speed or 5-speed manual Top Speed ~150 km/h (93 mph) Curb Weight ~920 kg (2,028 lbs) A Global Legacy

The 1.4L models used the venerable Cléon-Fonte engine, a longitudinally mounted four-cylinder unit renowned for being nearly "indestructible". Renault 12 V1R60 (1.40)

In markets like Australia and Turkey (where it was known as the Renault Toros), the 1,397 cc engine provided a 10% increase in power and a 13% boost in torque over the original 1.3L models. In markets like Australia and Turkey (where it