Renault Clio Hatchback 1.2 16V Dynamique 3d (2002/02) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
You get what you pay for. The Dynaique looks good, but spec is very low.
Costs
Running costs are miniscule. 18,000-mile service inteval means I have not had it serviced yet and it is nearly 2 years old!
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On the road
Driving
Uprated suspension gives great grip, but comfort is sacrificed. I think only the Metropolitan tube line makes you bounce more in your seat, but it is a hoot to drive round town.
Performance
Surprisingly fast for a 1.2, especially around town. Runs out of puff by 40-45mph (well it is a small engine).
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Living with it
Reliability
Had engine and windscreen wiper problems since day 1.
Image
Looks good from the outside. Nice and sporty.
Comfort
Boing boing boing... at least the seats are supportive and comfortable.
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Security and Service
Security
How do I know, it's not been broken into and the alarm has never gone off by itsef, so I guess it is ok.
Service
Not had a full blown service yet, but the engine does not like to start on anything less than a cool day and the variable intermittent windscreen wipers are posessed by deamons and do whatever they want. Useless Renault dealer can't find any problems!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Doesn't start well on anything less than a cool day.
Other
Winscreen wipers have a mind of their own. Loads of rattles and squeeks from trim, especially from the sunroof (not acceptable for a car this new, no matter how cheap it is!)
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No