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Austin 12 / 4 Ascot

Austin 12 / 4 Ascot — saloon, tourer, estate car, van, 1535 cc Straight-4. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine1535 cc Straight-4

Transmissionin one unit with the engine: single-plate clutch, 4-speed centrally controlled gearbox with synchromesh on 2, 3 & top.Three quarter floating rear axle

About the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot

Austin 12 / 4 Ascot is a saloon, tourer, estate car, van in the sedan class. The available vehicle data lists 1535 cc Straight-4 as an engine configuration, paired with in one unit with the engine: single-plate clutch, 4-speed centrally controlled gearbox with synchromesh on 2, 3 & top.Three quarter floating rear axle. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This Austin 12 / 4 Ascot guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 1535 cc Straight-4 and in one unit with the engine: single-plate clutch, 4-speed centrally controlled gearbox with synchromesh on 2, 3 & top.Three quarter floating rear axle transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

Austin 12 / 4 Ascot specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Austin
Model	12 / 4 Ascot
Model years	Not specified
Body style	saloon, tourer, estate car, van
Vehicle class	sedan
Manufacturer	Austin
Production	1933–193971,654 produced
Market / country	NL, NZ

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot includes 1535 cc Straight-4.. Transmission information includes in one unit with the engine: single-plate clutch, 4-speed centrally controlled gearbox with synchromesh on 2, 3 & top.Three quarter floating rear axle.

Engine	1535 cc Straight-4
Transmission	in one unit with the engine: single-plate clutch, 4-speed centrally controlled gearbox with synchromesh on 2, 3 & top.Three quarter floating rear axle

Dimensions, weight and practicality

Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.

Wheelbase	106 in (2,692 mm)'''track 4' 2", 50 in (1,270 mm)'''
Length	154 in (3,912 mm)
Width	60 in (1,524 mm)

Austin 12 / 4 Ascot other specifications

Name	Light Twelve-FourTwelve-FourTwelve
Image	File:Austin 12 (I think) at Biggleswade.JPG
Caption	Austin Twelve New Ascotshape announced 11 August 1936
Sp	uk

Austin 12 / 4 Ascot generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
Light Twelve-FourTwelve-FourTwelve	1933–193971,654 produced	1535 cc Straight-4	in one unit with the engine: single-plate clutch, 4-speed centrally controlled gearbox with synchromesh on 2, 3 & top.Three quarter floating rear axle	Not specified

Austin 12 / 4 Ascot features and equipment

Features shown below are tied to the available source material for this model. Equipment can vary by year, trim and market.

Standard or documented features

✓This new four cylinder engine was coupled to a four-speed "crash" gearbox at first, but a new transmission with synchromesh on third and top speed appeared in 1934 and then also on second in 1935

✓At launch there was a choice of a pressed steel six-light (three windows on each side) saloon called the Harley and a two-seat tourer

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Austin 12 / 4 Ascot

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load32 PSI front30 PSI rear

Fully loaded34 PSI front33 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	32 PSI	30 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	34 PSI	33 PSI	Estimate

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Frequently asked questions about Austin 12 / 4 Ascot

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What engine does the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot have?

The available source data lists the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot engine as 1535 cc Straight-4. Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 32 PSI front and 30 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot?

There is no single best engine oil for every Austin 12 / 4 Ascot configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot?

The Austin 12 / 4 Ascot is classified as a saloon, tourer, estate car, van.

What are the dimensions of the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot?

The available source data lists length 154 in (3,912 mm), width 60 in (1,524 mm), and wheelbase 106 in (2,692 mm)'''track 4' 2", 50 in (1,270 mm)'''.

What transmission does the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot have?

The available source data lists in one unit with the engine: single-plate clutch, 4-speed centrally controlled gearbox with synchromesh on 2, 3 & top.Three quarter floating rear axle transmission options for the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot.

Who makes the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot?

The manufacturer listed for the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot is Austin.

When was the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot produced?

The available source data describes production as 1933–193971,654 produced.

What class of car is the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot?

The Austin 12 / 4 Ascot is listed in the sedan class.

Which markets or countries sold the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot with NL, NZ. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot?

The available vehicle data lists Austin 12 (1939 model) as a successor where applicable.

What replaced the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot?

The available vehicle data lists Austin 12 (1939 model) as the successor where applicable.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Does the recommended tire pressure change when the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot is fully loaded?

It can. Many vehicles specify a different cold pressure for heavier loads. Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the exact loading condition.

Can the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot have different tire pressures front and rear?

Yes. Some vehicles specify different front and rear pressures because axle loads and vehicle configurations differ. Follow the exact vehicle recommendation where available.

Why can mileage differ from the published figure for the Austin 12 / 4 Ascot?

Published fuel economy is measured under a defined test method. Real-world mileage can vary with traffic, speed, temperature, tire pressure, payload, maintenance and driving style.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

Austin 12 / 4 Ascot images

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