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Renault 16

1965 – 1980

The Renault 16 (R16) was a significant D-segment family hatchback produced by Renault from 1965 to 1980 in Le Havre, France. This model stood out as the first French car to win the prestigious European Car of the Year award. Prior to the R16, Renault had focused on smaller vehicles like the Renault 4 and rear-engined Dauphine, looking to replace the Frégate model with a more modern and spacious family car. During its 15-year production run, the R16 achieved remarkable success with 1,845,959 units manufactured. The car was particularly popular in Europe, praised for its roomy and comfortable interior, as well as the convenience of its hatchback design which