2002 Renault Clio review from UK and Ireland
"High performance, low quality"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The car rattles a lot, especially the glove compartment and the driver's side of the dash board.
My steering wheel has started to creak when parking, or turning when moving slowly.
The car pulls around all over the place when driving normally, and there is a bit of a vibration in the steering. It does it slow and high speeds. Its driving me crazy and it's a little dangerous too. I know the tyre's are big and the suspension is lower, but its really bad and I am very concerned. I've come close to having an accident a few times.
It also pulls vigorously to the left when braking.
When turning slowly over a bumpy surface I can hear some kind of squeaking noise, and I don't have a clue where its coming from.
Oh and the spoiler has cracked too.
I've also noticed a loss of power from when I since got the car. It doesn't move half as quick as it did when I purchased it.
General comments?
The car was extremely quick when I got it. Excellent performance.
Very comfy seats, started to fray a little though.
Great to drive. Handling can be brilliant at times.
I am going to have to get it checked for so many things. I am a little annoyed, I have had the car only 3 weeks.
The car was previously owned, but its only 6 months old.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 172 cup sport Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 9100 miles |
| Most recent distance | 9800 miles |
| Previous car | Peugeot 106 |
| Date of Entry | 18th June, 2003 |