Renault Clio 2.0 16V Renaultsport 172 3d (2002/02) Owner Review

Just the best hot hatch I have owned. Had an Almera GTi and a Megane Coupe 2.0 16V. Excellent handling and grip, but does suffer from a bit of torque steer when pushed. Wet weather handling is good.

You have to be in something pretty special to make it look slow. My mate has an S3 and he had trouble keeping up. (No he is not a useless driver).

So far, the Air Bag light on the dash has a mind of its own and the water jets for the lights broke when first used. All repaired under warranty.

Seen by other manufactures as the bench mark. Civic Type Rs are always wanting to race, which can be a little tedious at times (they clearly feel they need to prove something).

Though a little on the stiff side, it is well packaged, with climate control, leather, 7 CDs. Did a 1,340 miles round trip in France and was very good. Seats are the best in the business.

Got all it needs. Immobilser, alarm and deadlocks. NCap scoring is the best in class as well with 4 airbags.

Only had to do warranty stuff, so until I have the first service I am unsure.

Engine

Sweet as a nut.

Other

Air bag light that need checking and the headlight washer jets that broke when first used.

Did you buy the car new?

New

Would you buy the same model again?

Yes

Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

Yes