Renault Clio 1.8 RSi 3d (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Depreciated very quick in the first 2 years.
Costs
Parts are not too expensive provided you don't buy from Renault. Service costs are reasonable.
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On the road
Driving
Fun to drive. Excellent cornering, but you feel the bumps.
Performance
Fast when pushed hard. Very good top end accelaration. 35 MPG on longer journeys.
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Living with it
Reliability
Has had a catalogue of problems over 4 years of ownership. Eats pads and discs for breakfast, but has been driven hard.
Image
Not recognised as a peformance car. Some people see it as a girl's car.
Comfort
Rattles and squeeks like most French hatches, but the seats are firm and comfortable. A bit cramped in the front, especially for a tall person.
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Security and Service
Security
Has an immobiliser and no one's ever tried to nick it in 4 years, so it can't be an easy target.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Fan has blown up twice as the engine always runs very hot. Coolant sensor has gone.
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No