Renault Clio Hatchback 1.5 dCi Extreme (65bhp) 3d (2002/52) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Pretty good value for money. Nice alloys, spoiler and fogs, nice interior.
Costs
Good on fuel, but I'm forking out a fortune in tyres.
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On the road
Driving
Pretty nice to drive. Nothing spectacular, but good on the motorway.
Performance
It's a diesel. You have to really work the engine to get it up to speed.
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Living with it
Reliability
Pretty good most of the time, although occasionally it takes a few goes to start it.
Image
Ok, but everyone's got one.
Comfort
The driver's seat is pretty comfortable.
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Security and Service
Security
Never had to find out. Could have done with an alarm.
Service
Not very good. Renault refuse to take responsibility for any faults with their cars once they've driven off the forecourt.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Pretty good. Had a few problems when starting, sometimes experience juddering, don't know why.
Other
The tyres on the 15" alloys are ridiculous. The front tyres were bald after 9000 miles and now the rear tyres are bald after 11,500 and worn unevenely (suspected problem with rear axis from manufacturer). Doubt whether Renault will do anything, though.
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