2001 Renault Clio dCi from UK and Ireland - Comments

13th Apr 2004, 06:53

"Clio - As good as it gets"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

Nothing, however there have been 2 recalls from Renault; one for a potential engine fault and the second for a potential wiring fault. Both issues resolved by very attentive and efficient dealership with exemplary speed.

General comments?

Amazing acceleration for a diesel. Common rail technology does not only stop the car sounding like a tractor, it really gives a fast and smooth ride.

As a first car it also offers low insurance as well as smart, fashionable looks in pearlescent black.

Sport suspension and seats make the Clio feel solid, safe and comfortable on long journeys and the handling both urban and motorway is very responsive. You can through it around or just cruise; it sticks to the road no matter what.

Either way it averages over 55 mpg and that has to be a good deal.


16th Dec 2006, 08:02

All very fair points in general, but make sure you get the bonnet clasp checked. If not you maybe unlikely like me and find yourself driving along and the bonnet flying open onto the windscreen. This does a lot of damage most of which your insurer will refuse to pay for.

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