Does Renault Clio have Turbo?
It might be small, but the 1.2-litre turbocharged engine in this Clio packs some power. No maker is embracing turbo technology more than Renault. It already has some great boosted engines in its range – including the 1.4 TCe in the Scenic and Grand Scenic, and the potent 2.0 TCe in the Mégane Coupé.
Are Renault Clio’s good cars?
The latest Renault Clio is the best yet, sitting right at the top of its class alongside the ever-popular Ford Fiesta. The Clio is a high-quality item despite its competitive pricing and feels a near-perfect combination of practicality, standard equipment and stylish showroom appeal.
Is the Renault Clio Dynamique a good car?
With its bright red paint, our Clio was still capable of attracting attention. Dynamique TomTom spec provides silver exterior trim and smart 16-inch alloys. However, parked next to the sleek Fiesta and bold Rio, the once-daring design has lost some of its sparkle.
What kind of engine does Renault Clio 1.2 have?
While the looks and interior fail to set the benchmark, the turbocharged 1.2-litre petrol engine is a gem. Not only does it provide sparkling performance, impressive acceleration and in-gear flexibility, but it does so with real vigour.
Which is the most frugal of the Renault Clio?
We would prefer more feedback through the steering, but the Renault isn’t alone in this respect and its brakes are progressive. Remarkably, given its pace, the Clio also proved to be the most frugal model on our test. It recorded 41.8mpg, which left all of its rivals in the shade.
What’s the gear ratio on a Renault Clio?
Even the absence of a sixth gear fails to dent the Clio’s refinement, and its tall fifth ratio demands only 2,700rpm from the engine at 70mph. If there’s any criticism to be levelled at the drivetrain, it’s that the gearchange can be notchy if you try to rush your shifts.