2001 Renault Clio Sport 2.0 16V review from South Africa
What things have gone wrong with the car?
When I bought the car one of the spot bulbs had blown.
The rear seats rattle a bit.
Slight rattle from the dash.
General comments?
All my teenage life I wanted a VW Golf GTi, and my first car was close, being a 1.8 8v Citi Golf. Since those days the Golf has grown up into a mature cruiser, while my desire for hot hatches hasn't died. My first Clio was a 1.4 16V RXE and that was a really nippy little car so when I got the opportunity to buy a low mileage 2.0 16V Clio I jumped ad the chance and haven't looked back.
The Clio is a true hot hatch with blistering power, super handling, and great comfort.
I now have the car I'd always dreamed of owning. Viva la Renault Power.
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  | Excellent little car - seats a bit uncomfortable |
| Great fun for what is cost, with French pro's and con's |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 16v petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 21900 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 25500 kilometres |
| Previous car | Renault Clio |
| Date of Entry | 15th January, 2003 |