Renault Clio Hatchback (2001 - 2008) 1.2 16V Campus Sport 3d (2006/06) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

"Look at that loser, he's never going to make it to 70.".

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

They like it, its comfortable enough, but they've not really experienced the horror of overtaking in the clio yet. Seriously, it's infuriating. Especially with passengers.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Absolutely not, there is nowhere near enough power in the engine, and the interior is like looking at a dustbin lid, plain and boring.

What are you likely to buy next?

Something significantly more powerful.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£4,000

When did you buy the car?

February 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

The first thing to note is this car puts out 75bhp, this is nowhere near enough, as it means 0-62 in 12.7 seconds, which isn't just slow, if you ask me, it's dangerous. It's no better once your up to speed either, this car needs wrestling to go any faster than 45mph. which of course will ruin the fuel economy. I get 45mpg on the motorway, and a shockingly poor 28mpg in town. Handling is good though, the chassis does cope well with whatever you throw at it, but, again the severe lack of power completely ruins the experience. You would be better off getting a slightly older 1.4 model. Or better still, the 106bhp diesel would solve all the issues. On the plus side, the suspension is good. At the same time, the seats could be much better.

What's it like to park?

Not too bad, being a small car, there isn't much of a bonnet to it, so you won't plow into anything, and the back is tiny making life easier again.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Windscreen Wiper motor blew up, Handbrake broke, and the gear stick loitering has ripped off. Otherwise nothing.

What's most practical about your car?

You aren't going to be buying a clio for practicality are you? The bootspace is tiny, and the back seats only just have enough room for small dogs, never mind people.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The Angel eye headlights I installed, and the black lexus brakelights. The rest of the car is pretty useless.