Troublefree and economical
New radiator fitted in 1997, physically damaged by chippings on the road.
Tyres changed in 1998.
New exhaust fitted in 1999.
Tyre noise on certain types of roads.
Very economical.
Good acceleration.
Could do with power steering.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 2nd December, 2000
Great little car with a big car feel
Dashboard light.
4 speed automatic gearbox is great, electronically controlled with 2 modes - general and sport.
Love the car, the RT is the best value in the range, mine has loads of electrics and air conditioning.
I have it serviced every 8000 miles by Renault, this keeps it running in top condition.
Great, reliable car.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 29th November, 2000
A versatile cut above the usual GTi, race it or take your granny to the shops
The rear shock absorbers began creaking at 37,000, replaced them with Kayaba units that give a firmer ride.
Must have the cam belts changed every 36,000 without fail - expensive at a dealer, difficult if you do it yourself.
Oil change (semi-synthetic) and filter every 6000 and you've got yourself a reliable hot hatch a cut above the rest.
Fast and comfortable, understated looks and quite rare on the road - just how I like it.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 27th November, 2000
Best small hatch around
Nothing yet.
I haven't had the car for long but the great looks get you noticed. And for it being standard, it is one of the fastest hot hatches around.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 25th July, 2000
Wolf in sheep's clothing
Cambelt snapped, costly repair but lucky for me Dad's a mechanic so I got the head skimmed, polished-ported, gas-flowed and bored out, all for a nice price!
Apart from the cambelt it's been great.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 15th July, 2000
When the going gets tough, the Clio gets going
Once a pipe of the radiator was destroyed. Nothing more than that...
It is unbelievable how a small and slow car like this is still running like a new one after a very rough life. The best thing with Clio is compatibility, You can buy the simplest version and make it the best.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 11th July, 2000
Hot-hatch heaven!
Generally trouble free.
The radiator sprung a leak on a particularly hot day in heavy traffic. It had to be re-sealed.
Front suspension springs were replaced due to general wear and degradation.
If you plan to own or own one of these, it is important the services are kept up. Mainly the car needs an oil/filter change every 6,000 miles without fail. If you do this, the car will run forever!
It's a lovely looking car, still stylish, hottest of the hot-hatches, handles like it's glued to the road.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 1st June, 2000
Had trouble with the brakes from the word go. They make a grinding noise until they have warmed up. Pads don't wear well in urban driving conditions. I am replacing them every 6 months. Apart from that the car is fine.
It is extremely economical in urban driving conditions. I am getting 38-40 mpg driving in London during the rush hour.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 26th July, 1998
Needed exhaust back box at 40k miles.
Excellent small car, little damage caused when a Ford Sierra went into the back of it at 30mph writing the Sierra off.
It's comfortable on the motorway and is capable of high speeds and good acceleration.
I've had Fiestas and Fiats and they don't have any class and are lacking on performance. This is the best small car on the market.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 11th January, 1998
Thermo switch on the radiator, brake discs at 40,000km.
Powerful engine 130HP, 210Km/h, great driving abilities, like driving a cart and it's cheap and comfortable.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 10th December, 1997
A nice car but incredibly dull to drive and the interior leaves a lot to be desired.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 12th August, 1997
27th Jan 2002, 11:18
I'm the owner of the car you just read about, it is still as good as it was then, I am now up to 129,000 miles, no big bills yet, the car starts first time and the engine is still running well.
I have given up the Renault servcing and now do all of my own.
Well done Renault.