Renault reveals new Clio

Renault has unveiled its new Clio supermini.

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Renault has unveiled its new Clio supermini.

The three-door model goes on sale in October this year, and the five-door will follow in January 2006.

The new model is 210mm longer than the current car, to provide extra space for up to five passengers. The company claims a longer and wider chassis also means improved road-holding.

The new car is expected to achieve a top five-star Euro NCAP crash-test result in order to compete with the class-leading Peugeot 1007 for safety. The Clio will come with traction control and electronic stability control as standard to help drivers in dangerous situations. Buyers can opt for up to eight airbags. Headlamps that automatically turn to aid visibility while cornering are also featured.

The engine options will include a 75bhp 1.2-litre, a 98bhp 1.4-litre and a 113bhp 1.6-litre unit. The 1.5-litre diesel engine will be available with 68bhp, 86bhp or 106bhp.

A five-speed manual and a four-speed automatic gearbox will be available, as well as a six-speed manual for the most powerful diesel engine. A quick-change manual gearbox with paddles mounted behind the steering wheel will also be offered with the 1.2 and one of the diesels.

Prices and full specifications are likely to be announced in August but a range from £9000 to £14,000 is expected.