Renault Clio Renaultsport 2.0 16V (172bhp) 3d (2002/02) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Bought as an import, but has no alarm just immobiliser and no traction control! Still fun to drive!
Costs
I can actually get 43.1mpg when driving slow, which is hardly ever. Costly Renault servicing is a bit too steep!
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On the road
Driving
Keep pushing it more and more. Very fun to drive and race other wannabees. Rattles and bangs. Engine taps at 2500rpm and onwards. If wheels are spun in rain at too low revs, a banging noise occurs.
Performance
Put your foot down and watch the speedo go up and up and up!
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Living with it
Reliability
Fails to start sometimes on first turn of key. Have had many rattles and bangs put right (eg window motor regulator on drivers door).
Image
Head turner, especially with the standard exhaust. People must be jealous, especially the little boy racers.
Comfort
Not the most comfortable car in the world, but it's due to suspension. Too many rattles and bangs for my liking.
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Security and Service
Security
Only has an immobiliser. Mind you, car is an import.
Service
Cannot find the tapping noise on engine, says it's normal. Car has done 15k miles. Servicing too dear.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Taps at 2500rpm and above.
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes