Twingo I · 1996–2007

Renault Twingo 1.2 Twingo I · 58 hp (1996 to 2007)

The Renault Twingo 1.2 of the Twingo I generation uses the D7F 1.2 petrol engine with 58 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Petrol
Power: 58 PS / 43 kW
Displacement: 1 149 cm³
Cylinders: 4
Engine code: D7F 1.2
Period covered: 1996–2007
Documented market: Europe

Transmission

Manual · 5 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

58 hp (43 kW), front-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 1996 to 2007.

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In the range

It is the entry-level petrol version of this generation.

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Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Typical interval: 30,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

30 000 km

12 months

Renault RN0700 / RN0710 / RN0720 / RN17 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.

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Brake fluid

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

24 months

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

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Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Renault Twingo 1.2 Twingo I?

The D7F 1.2 petrol engine (1 149 cc), 58 hp (43 kW).

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Which oil for the Renault Twingo 1.2?

A Renault RN0700 / RN0710 / RN0720 / RN17-approved oil suited to the D7F 1.2 engine.

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Documentary sources

[1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
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