Renault Clio Hatchback 1998-

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Imported it, so only paid 13k. At full price would only get a 4 star.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Surprisingly good MPG when not thrashing it.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Absolutely fantastic!

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Accelerates hard, then harder, then harder still, then you hit the limiter.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Never had a problem starting, but have had a few quality problems.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Slight hairdresser appeal at standstill.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not good when have a hangover. Comfy seats though!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Import does not have an alarm, but tinted windows make it difficult to see in.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Garage workmanship suspect, and they don't like imports.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Cam belt had to be changed at 10k miles because V-belt was hitting it.

    Other

    Air bag light, and has had new exhaust as original broke!

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No