For This has all the pace of the Cup version, but adds some of the luxuries that have been taken off that model to save weight - air-con, soft-touch plastics and electric mirrors, for example.

Against If you want sheer driving thrills, you'll be better off in the Cup version - which costs quite a bit less and drives more sharply.

Renault Clio Hatchback

What Car? says

4 out of 5 stars

We've only driven the Cup version, but this is every bit as quick and comes with some extra creature comforts - which will doubtless appeal to some people.

Reader review rating

3.980392
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Key facts

0–60mph
6.9 secs
Top speed
141 mph
Average mpg
34.5
Tank range
417 miles
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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

The smart money goes on the 1.2 TCE because it's strong, smooth, responsive and affordable to buy and run. The entry-level 1.2 will be a little too weak for some, and the 1.6s are not flexible enough at low revs. The strong, smooth 1.5 diesel is good.

Don't bother with entry-level Expression models - they have a CD player and electric front windows, but not much else. We prefer Dynamique TomTom, which comes with sat-nav, alloy wheels, automatic headlights and wipers and air-con, but you can upgrade still further to GT Line TomTom. This adds climate control, tinted rear windows and a rear spoiler.

Renault frequently offers high-value special editions of the Clio, too, while give you lots of extra kit at a knock-down price. If you’ve decided on a Clio, these are definitely worth a look.

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