Renault Clio Hatchback 1991-

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Cheap non-turbo'd fun until you have to repair it!

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Very expensive to maintain but cheap to insure.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good overall. Brakes not up to much - get too hot too quick.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quicker than most, but 172 Cup and big turbos blow it away. Keeps the boy racers and yuppies at bay!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Everything gets replaced if you drive it too hard. Engine fine, though.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Still looks better than other new hot hatches and, when kept standard, doesn't shout boy racer.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bucket seats are tight and ride is hard, spot on.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Needs extra than factory fitted.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Service good, prices too high.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Uses far too much oil.

    Other

    Brakes, tyres, water pump, power steering, wheel bearings, radiator and so on. But it is a 96,000 mile car.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes