Renault Juvaquatre
Renault's first unibody car, heavily influenced by the contemporary Opel Kadett.
- Power
- 26 bhp
- Top speed
- 62 mph
- Est. value
- $6k–$15k
About the Renault Juvaquatre
The Renault Juvaquatre was a pivotal small family car that marked Renault's transition to unitary body construction. Launched just before World War II, it remained in production for over two decades, eventually evolving into the Dauphinoise estate. The 1948 model features the 1,003cc side-valve engine, providing modest performance suited for post-war European recovery. It is noted for its independent front suspension, which was advanced for a budget car of its era.
Renault Juvaquatre specs
The Renault Juvaquatre produces 26 bhp (19 kW) and 55 Nm (41 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 62 mph (100 km/h).
| Make | Renault |
|---|---|
| Model | Juvaquatre |
| Trim | 1.0 |
| Years | 1937–1960 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | France |
| Engine | 1.0-litre inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,003 cc (1.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 26 bhp (19 kW) at 3,500 rpm |
| Torque | 55 Nm (41 lb-ft) |
| Top speed | 62 mph (100 km/h) |
| Transmission | 3-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 760 kg (1,676 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 34 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Renault Juvaquatre worth?
A typical Renault Juvaquatre is estimated to be worth $6,000 – $15,000 (about £4,500 – £11,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Renault Juvaquatre rarity in CarSpot
The Renault Juvaquatre is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 25 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 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 Juvaquatre fun facts
- The Juvaquatre's design was so similar to the Opel Kadett that Louis Renault was accused of copying the German car after seeing it at the 1936 Berlin Motor Show.
- During the war, some Juvaquatres were converted to run on wood gas (gazogène) due to extreme petrol shortages in occupied France.
- The estate version, renamed the Dauphinoise in 1956, outlived the saloon by many years, remaining a common sight for French tradesmen well into the 1960s.