The Renault 12's success lay in its "ordinariness." Its soft suspension offered a "magic carpet" ride, and its spacious interior made it a favorite for families and businessmen alike. Even today, it remains a common sight in countries like Argentina and Turkey, where its mechanical simplicity allows it to keep running decades after European production ceased.
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)
Originally launched with a 1.3L engine, the Renault 12 range expanded to include more powerful 1.4L versions to meet growing consumer demands and stricter emissions standards in international markets. The Renault 12's success lay in its "ordinariness
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. Originally launched with a 1