Renault Extra
The versatile workhorse that brought Supercinq comfort to the commercial sector.
- Power
- 60 bhp
- Top speed
- 87 mph
About the Renault Extra
The Renault Extra (known as the Express in France and Rapid in Germany) was the successor to the legendary R4 Fourgonnette. Based on the second-generation Renault 5 (Supercinq) platform, it featured a distinctive high-roof rear box and a 150mm longer wheelbase than the hatchback. The 1.4-litre 'Cléon-Fonte' engine provided a robust, if modest, power source for tradesmen across Europe. While once ubiquitous, surviving examples are now rare, often celebrated at 'Festival of the Unexceptional' style events for their honest, utilitarian charm.
Renault Extra specs
The Renault Extra produces 60 bhp (45 kW) and 104 Nm (77 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 87 mph (140 km/h).
| Make | Renault |
|---|---|
| Model | Extra |
| Trim | 1.4 |
| Years | 1985–2000 |
| Type | Van |
| Body style | Van |
| Country | France |
| Engine | 1.4-litre inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,397 cc (1.4 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 60 bhp (45 kW) at 5,250 rpm |
| Torque | 104 Nm (77 lb-ft) |
| Top speed | 87 mph (140 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 950 kg (2,094 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 63 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Renault Extra rarity in CarSpot
The Renault Extra is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 6 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Renault Extra fun facts
- The Extra was sold as the 'Express' in most of Europe, but renamed for the UK because Peugeot already used the name for their Talbot Express.
- It featured an optional 'giraffe hatch'—a small opening at the rear of the roof to allow for the transport of long items like ladders.
- Despite its commercial focus, the interior was largely lifted from the Renault 5, offering a 'sedan atmosphere' that was revolutionary for small vans at the time.