Renault Clio Hatchback 1.4 16V Dynamique + 3d (2001/51) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Lots of kit for the money, A/C, CD, ABS etc. Long service intervals.
Costs
Bought it when 12months old and got £3000 off list price. Dealer willing to haggle on part -ex. Nearly 100bhp for 40mpg. Group 5 insurance. Overall:cheap motoring.
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On the road
Driving
Drives and handles corners well but can roll if pushed too hard. Steering may be a bit too heavy for some but overall its nice to drive.
Performance
Nippy rather than fast. Good torquey engine likes to be revved but has a flat spot at low revs.
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Living with it
Reliability
Good car spoiled by niggles. Up to now rear brake fell apart, 4 ignition coils replaced, sunroof creaks, trickle sound in roof when it rains, bonnet catch wouldn't open, constant creaking noise from dash, glove box door warped - shows interior light
Image
Sporty good looks with front fogs and alloys. A bit common place now.
Comfort
Supportive front seats. Cramped in the back. A/C a bit lame,but good on the whole.
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Security and Service
Security
Cat 1 alarm. Never been broken into, so dont really know
Service
Top notch, always work hard to ensure all faults are rectified. Courteous & polite. Renault Manchester are absolutely superb - picked up the tab on the last visit (£320).
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
4 ignition coils changed at 29,000mls.
Other
Gear lever wobbles all over the place when engines cold.
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