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Renault Rodeo 6 1.1 (48 Hp)
Overall Rating
Renault Rodeo:
The Renault Rodeo was a series of off-road mini SUVs produced between 1970 and 1987 by ACL for Renault. In total there were three generations of the Rodeo. At first the car was called the ACL Rodeo and the name was changed to Renault Rodeo in July 1976. The vehicle was front wheel drive but could be ordered also with four wheel drive technic supplied by Sinpar.
The original Rodeo 4 was based on the platform of the Renault 4 van, with an 845 cc engine.
In 1972, a second model appeared, now known as the Rodeo 6. It was still based on the platform of the R4 van, but with the 1108 cc engine of the Renault 6. In 1979, the Rodeo 6 was improved and adopted the 1289 cc engine of the Renault 5. The Rodeo 4 and the Rodeo 6 coexisted from 1972 to 1981....(Read more on Wikipedia)
6 Overview:
Renault Rodeo (6). A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Renault Rodeo 6 was produced long before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997. As such, it was never tested and lacks modern safety features like airbags or advanced crumple zones, typical for vehicles of its era.
1.1 (48 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
With only 48 Hp from its 1.1L engine, performance is leisurely, suitable for light utility tasks and rural roads rather than highway cruising. Acceleration is minimal.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy for the 1.1L engine would have been acceptable for its time, though not exceptional by modern standards. Simplicity likely aids in maintenance.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Simple, robust mechanics
- • Versatile utility vehicle
- • Charming classic design
- • Good for light off-road use
- • Easy to maintain (for its era)
Cons:
- • Very limited performance (48 Hp)
- • Basic safety features (none by modern standards)
- • Low comfort levels
- • Outdated technology
- • Rust susceptibility
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(4: 1970 - 1981).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Rodeo |
| Generation: | 6 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.1 (48 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1972 |
| End of production: | 1981 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 48 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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