Renault 2001 Clio Hatchback

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Could buy a better performance car for less.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Expensive on servicing if done at dealership.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Generally ok but a bit slow in lower gears.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Poor in low gears unless you put in the revs, struggles at higher speeds on the motorway. Good for around town only.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Very 'chuggy' on a cold morning, had some problems with it cutting out when stood idle at lights, junctions etc, or not starting at all after a few short runs.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Alloys and trim improve the look but nothing near as nice as the Renault sport version.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Front seats are ok, good height adjustment, but the back seat is tiny and very cramped.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Immobiliser, no alarm, seems sufficient.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Poor! Difficult to get in to Service, very ready to take your money but not at all helpful.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Cuts out when cold.

    Other

    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