Renault : 20
Model Introduction
The Renault 20, launched in 1975 alongside the more powerful Renault 30, shared the same hatchback body shell but was fitted with four-cylinder engines for lower running costs. Styled by Gaston Juchet, it offered generous interior space, a large rear hatch, and the supple ride comfort typical of Renault’s long-travel suspension. Higher-spec TX and Turbo Diesel versions broadened its appeal, and it gained a reputation for long-distance refinement, particularly in the French market. Built until 1984, the R20 is now appreciated as a well-engineered and practical executive-class hatchback of its era.
Magazine Articles
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Scoop!
Renault R20
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Giant Test
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Newcomers
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Giant Test
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Mini Test
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Giant Test
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