Renault 4 1976–1989 car dimensions: 3668 mm long, 1485 mm wide and 1550 mm high. Unladen weight is 720 kg. Braked towing is 530 kg.
The cabin is simple and practical with a basic dashboard, heater and vents as standard. Front seats are separate and reclining on higher trims, with a foldable rear bench. Seatbelts became standard later in the run. No electronic driver aids are fitted.
Boot space measures 255 litres with the rear seats in place. Folding or removing the rear bench expands it to 950 litres, helped by the flat floor and low loading sill.
Payload sits at 360 kg on the passenger models. Unbraked towing is rated at 330 kg and braked at 530 kg. The design suits light everyday loads thanks to the removable rear seat and sealed cooling system.
The cabin offers a high seating position with good all-round visibility and ample legroom. Front seats recline and gain more padding plus door storage pockets on higher trims like the GTL. Safari models use tubular seats with integrated headrests. Heating is standard with face-level vents. Sliding side windows and a large rear hatch make the space feel open and practical for everyday use or light loads. Ride comfort stands out thanks to independent torsion-bar suspension that smooths rough roads. Limited editions add glass sunroofs. The overall feel is simple, upright and functional rather than plush.
Fuel consumption around 5.9 l/100 km on GTL models. lower-revving 1108 cc engine aids economy.
Oil changes every 7500 km. sealed cooling system and no greasing points reduce workshop visits.
Front seat belts standard from early 1970s. rear belts and inertia-reel fronts added mid-decade.
Dual-circuit brakes from 1977. front discs standard across range by 1983.
Laminated windscreen replaces toughened glass later in the run. headrests become available or standard on many versions.
5-year body corrosion warranty with prescribed anti-rust treatments.
Fuel use stays modest across the range. The GTL’s larger 1108 cc unit runs at lower revs for quieter cruising and better economy than the smaller engines, often quoted near 5.6–5.9 l/100 km. Tank capacity is 34 litres. Everyday running costs stay low thanks to simple mechanics and good accessibility.
Servicing is straightforward. The sealed cooling circuit needs no frequent top-ups and there are no chassis greasing points. Oil changes are specified at 7500 km intervals with larger services at 15 000 km. Parts remain widely available and the design favours owner or local garage work.
Safety equipment grows steadily through the period. Inertia-reel front belts become standard, rear belts appear, dual-circuit braking arrives in 1977 and front discs follow in 1983. Laminated glass and headrests improve occupant protection on later cars. The structure itself is basic by modern standards with no airbags or electronic aids.
Keeping the car is easy and inexpensive if rust is controlled. Regular underbody protection and the factory anti-corrosion programme help longevity. The practical hatch, fold-flat rear seat and tough suspension make it a low-stress daily driver or light utility vehicle that rewards simple care.
Length 3668 mm, Width 1485 mm, Height 1550 mm, Wheelbase 2401 mm (4 1976–1989)
Sources: manufacturer data, la4ldesylvie.fr dimensions PDF, dearcars.com, cararac.com, auto-data.net, automobile-catalog.com, carbaze.com, ultimatespecs.com.