Search Car Reviews:



Web Auto Express


Driver Power 2007
 

49Renault Clio (new)85.33%

Renault Clio (new)

It's one of the most sought after small cars around, but the new Clio has only just scraped into the top 50. On the plus side, it’s the sixth highest supemini, and 91 per cent of buyers say it has lived up to their expectations. You like the handling and love the thrifty running costs, but hoped it would be a bit better built. Importantly, though, it seems to have avoided too many breakdowns and part failures. Is this the model that will help Renault shake off its ropey reliability record in Driver Power?

Your Quotes

“Brilliant - much more practical than the old Clio, but it's a shame the spare wheel is still mounted underneath the car, exposed to the elements.”

Mr Adam Howarth - Surrey

“We are pleased with the car and can't really fault it, but I have been used to a bigger car for many years therefore I am a little disappointed with the comfort and ride.”

Mr Michael Farrell - Nottinghamshire

“Cliosport 197 is ultimate hot hatch but displays typical Renault electrical faults. Engine is not at its best when cold. Can be quite difficult to drive smoothly.”

Mr Jeffrey Sigurdsson - Merseyside

“Really like the car. Shame there wasn’t many Renault accessories such as bodykits available when I ordered it though.”

Sarah Drydrych - Scotland

“Nice Little car, but persistent turbo problems have caused me to take it to the garage three times.”

Mr Title - Worcestershire

“The only complaint I have about the model (3-door), is that in the magazine (Renault’s own: Production), and on their website it states ‘that there is a additional 12v socket as standard’. This is incorrect. It is only on the 5-door. When I complained to Renault customer services I was told that ‘it was a printing error, and they are not willing to do anything about it and if I wanted to take it further I should contact the dealership where I bought it and see if they are willing to do anything to solve my complaint.’ This all took place from the day after I signed for the car (mid September) for two weeks. The website and magazines are still stating that the additional 12v supply is fitted as standard in the 3-door.”

Mr Brian Robinson - Fife
Social Bookmarks
  • facebook
  • digg
  • delicious
  • furl
  • stumbleupon

RATINGS (1 is best)

Ratings

100th

50th

1st

  • Reliability
  • Build Quality
  • Running Costs
  • Performance
  • Braking
  • Ride Quality
  • Handling
  • Practicality
  • Comfort
  • Ease of Driving
  •  
  •  
  •  
  •  
  •  
  •  
  •  
  •  
  •  
  •  
  • 26
  • 73
  • 20
  • 41
  • 35
  • 48
  • 21
  • 71
  • 65
  • 44

PREVIOUS RESULTS

  • Manufactured
  • 2005-present

MANUFACTURER VERDICT

Starting a double bill of French underachievement, Renault has finished just in front of its arch-rival Peugeot. Now joined in a technology-sharing alliance with Nissan, Renault bosses will be disappointed to have finished 11 places behind their Japanese partner. A more pressing concern is that a huge 19.2 per cent of Renault drivers say they wouldn'’t buy another –– a shocking statistic.

FURTHER READING

OWN A CAR LIKE THIS?

Company Website | Media Information | Contact Us | Privacy Policy | Privacy Statement | Subs Info | Sitemap
Our Other Websites: Computer Buyer | Computer Shopper | Custom PC | Den of Geek | Den of Wii | Evo | Fortean Times | IT Pro | Know Your Mobile
London is Free | MacUser | Men's Fitness | Micro Mart | Mobile Computer | Octane | PC Pro | The First Post | iGizmo | Know your DSLR
© 2008 Dennis Publishing Limited. All rights reserved. Licensed by Felden