Renault Clio Hatchback 1998-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheap, economical, nice styling.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheap insurance, road tax and low running costs.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Sports seats and steering wheel adjustment make driving car a better experience.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    1.2 16V gets you there in the end! Holds its own on the motorway.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Only 1 show-stopper due to EFI needing recalibration.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Chic and sporty.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Sometimes can be uncomfortable after long journeys.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Built in immobiliser, but otherwise poor.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    2 garages fanstatic, the other very poor.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    EFI needed re-calibrating after 10 months.

    Other

    Front passenger seat will not tilt and slide to allow people in the back.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes