15 The model 15, also known as the R-15, was a virtual twin to Renault’s model 17. It did, however, sit lower on the Renault hierarchy. In most of the world, the most discernible difference was the 15 had one headlamp per side, whereas the 17 had duals on each side. However, U.S. versions of […]
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17 Renault’s 17 was more or less, a model 12, but in form of a coupe. The R-17, as it was also known, had seating for four occupants. Wheelbase was the same at 96 inches. The overall length, being a coupe, was shorter at 170 inches. Curb weight was a bit heavier at about 2400lbs. […]
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Fuego It’s name meant ‘fire’ in Spanish. Introduced for model year 1982, the Fuego was a 4-seat, 2-door GT style coupe. Like the model 18i it was based on, it too was front wheel drive. Wheelbase was 96 inches and the overall length was 177 inches. The car weighed about 2400lbs. Two engines were available […]
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12 The Renault 12 was imported starting in 1972. Both four-door sedan or station wagon variants were offered. Trim level was just a base model at first, but TL and GTL were added down the line for 1976. It was not a big car by American standards at up to 175 inches of length on […]
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