2002 Renault Clio Extreme review from UK and Ireland
"An absolute nightmare"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Purchased car - 4th July 2003.
7th July 2003- misfiring and emissions warning light- garage said they changed 3 spark plugs and checked emissions -
August - same fault as above
I was then informed by the service reception that the car came with free AA cover!!
Sept/Oct - not starting - AA called - said faulty starter motor.
Few days later not starting - AA called - said engine needed earthing - garage said they changed a faulty connection on battery area.
28 November - misfiring & electrical fault in dash - AA wiggled some wires under cover (16 V 1.2) & did a diagnostic test which showed faulty throttle sensor they cleared the fault light.
Next day happened again in busy traffic.
General comments?
The car is good when it works and is not in the garage.
It is very comfortable.
It has known faults.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.2 16v Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 11500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 18000 miles |
| Previous car | Renault Megane |
| Date of Entry | 4th December, 2003 |