Renault 2001 Clio Hatchback

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  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    With all the extras, mine cost me a little over £10k. Starting to feel I could have got a little more for my money though. Good basic features though.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Haven't had it serviced yet. Been back to Renault Birmingham many times, but luckily ALL faults covered under warranty.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good acceleration and stops well. Not fantastic at high speeds.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Very nippy when unloaded. Stick 3 in the back and you'll notice the difference a lot.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Starts every time, although I've had many electrical problems. Not major, all fixed to date.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Spoiler, 15" alloys, what more could you ask for? Car looks nippy and certainly lives up to that vision.

    Comfort

    1 out of 5 1.0

    6' 3", seat right back and down, still feel like I'm on top of the wheel. Never seem to be able to relax my legs, too cramped up. Barely room for 3 kids in the back, let alone adults.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Immobiliser and remote central locking, but no alarm. Visible flashing LEDs on dash can be a deterrent.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    When taken back for many faults covered under warranty, never offered a courtesy car and got the impression my car means nothing to them any more 'cause they've got what they wanted, the £10k I paid for it.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Headlights failed. Rear high level brakelight never connected when car manufactured. Airbag light kept coming on. Driver's window, glass kept dropping, scraping, banging. Been back about 5 times now over 12 months for this problem, several parts replaced.

    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