Renault Clio Car Reviews
The Renault Clio is a small family car that has achieved much success since it was first put into production, being the only car to be elected the European Car of the Year on two separate occasions. It is also a regular in the list of Europe’s top selling cars.
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Latest Renault Clio Car Reviews:
Those who are looking for a Renault Clio with an automatic gearbox will probably find that this is the best option for them, and there is no doubt that this is a very good car. However, the price ...
The Renault Clio is a hatchback that has generally been lauded for frugality and practicality, but the Renaultsport 200 Cup is all about delivering a great driving experience. It doesn’t deliver th...
The Clio is a fantastic little car - one of the best cars in its class - but this model is a little basic. On the plus side, it's cheap and economical but there are better cars available in the ran...
The Clio is a great little car although this Expression 1.6 VVT 111 Auto model isn't the one to go for. The trim level is a little basic and the performance isn't up to much thanks to the gutless e...
The Renault Clio Expression dCi 88 ECO is a good car and should be extremely cheap to run. It also looks good, both inside and out, although the level of standard equipment is a little basic. If yo...
Renault Clio Overview
The current model offers engines ranging from a 1.1 litre to a 2.0 litre and is capable of a fuel economy ranging from 33.0 mpg to 78.0 mpg.
This is a highly competitive segment, but the Renault Clio has kept the traits that make it so popular, and enhanced certain areas to make the car more modern and to keep it competitive. A wide range of trim and engine options provide a variety of cars designed to suit a variety of budgets. The amount of space being offered is quite impressive.
Background
The Clio was first put into production in 1990 yet was not put on sale in the UK until 1991. Soon after the Clio’s trim was updated before the second phase model was launched in 1994. The phase 2 model was made to more modern and received another update in 1996 before the second generation model arrived in 1998.
The second generation model arrived in 1998 with a much more bulbous look with the engine range remaining largely the same. The second generation Clio received a facelift in 2001 which saw the Clio restyled (angled headlights) and its interior improved, another Diesel option was also added.
The third generation Clio arrived in 2005 and was first produced in 2006. The third generation Clio uses the Nissan B platform and is larger than the second generation model. The car is more upmarket than its predecessors making it more expensive, yet the price is still reasonable when considering the quality of the model. The third generation was voted the European Car of the Year in 2006, continuing the Clio’s already strong reputation.
Summary
Renault’s Clio offers a wide range of diversity making it appealing to a wide range of buyers. It has a superb reputation and has continued to excel since it was first produced in 1990. It is one of Renaults most successful cars for a reason, and is definitely worth a look.
