No mechanical breakdowns in 3 years and 40,000 miles. Heavy on tyres - tracking seems a little difficult for garages to get right.
Pleasant runabout but 4 speed gearbox 1.2 isn't particularly suitable for regular commuting along motorways - more of a town car.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 16th January, 2000
Nothing yet!!!
A superb, wonderful car that is easy to maintain and make general repairs on. The build quality is of a very high standard. I have now done 80,000 miles since new and the car runs like a dream.
On average it returns between 52-61 mpg. It has large car attributes i.e. comfortable cruiser.
Very good!!!
I would buy another tomorrow.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 20th September, 1999
Nothing much, the car is pretty new (Under 33K miles).
The car is decent enough, it needs a few modifications to make it look even better, ie 16 inch rims, spoiler, lowered, twin headlight conversion etc.
The car is quite nippy though but a performance exhaust, K&N, and re-tuning makes it challenge ANY 1.4 on the road.
Recommended 2nd car, next, bring on the Williams Phase 3!!!!!!!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 9th May, 1999
Not much, electrics a bit dodgy, exhaust system noisy.
The car is decent, gets nuff attention, faster than a Calibra, worth buying!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 14th March, 1999
Not a lot went wrong with this car, although clutch was on the way out at 60K and also the brakes.
Excellent, 1.8 engine powerful enough in this car, cheaper to insure and run than a 16 valve model and just as much fun.
Only downside is Renault only sold the car in 5 door, not 3 door. Renault service could be better and parts a bit cheaper.
Same trim spec as the 1.4RT model with bigger rims.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 7th February, 1999
New handbrake.
New brakepads.
Air hoses.
Cheap to run.
Low insurance group.
Very reliable.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 24th January, 1999
Brakes, clutch, brake hoses, track rod ends, and numerous other small complaints.
Mileage 63,000.
Overall a good car, which I have fitted with 7"x15" alloys which has hampered the ride somewhat. I think a 16V may be my next move.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 4th March, 1998
Connector in wiring to (heater) fan overheated and failed. Said to be common problem with Clio.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 28th August, 1997
Engine management system replaced to cure stalling problems. Didn't fix it the first time so they took a couple of chips out and it's now running fine.
Clutch is too sensitive. Difficult to get into second gear at times.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 24th August, 1997
12th Apr 2001, 14:01
I totally agree with you, mine is the 93 K diesel Liberte. It is the best car I have owned. But after recently driving a new Laguna, the Power Steering left a lot to be desired. One tip, if you don't already keep checks on the rear wheel cylinders and brake shoes. They're a pain in the backside to fit if they go!