56-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
Car was 3 years old, 14K miles but badio failed in first few weeks ( was a recall issue not dealt with before) Car then started intermittently breaking down, scaring my wife who does a 40 mile commute in it. Main dealer (JB in Banbury) charged me £90 for a diagnostic but could not find fault. Next day it failed altogether and Green Flag towed and fixed it for £90 ( water temp sensor). I am very unimpressed with Renault build quality and reliability - I wanted a Colt but my wife preferred the Renault "image" - I won't buy another, It drives ok, but when my families' other cars are a Mazda, Skoda and Mitsubishi that have done 100K, 170K and 110K , why should I put up with this bad quality?
Reliability: 2/5
Build Quality: 3/5
53-reg Petrol, Owner for More than 5 years
I bought my car as a small run around as my journey to work every day was, at the time, approx 3 miles each way. Now my daily commute is 25 miles each way and the car is handling this well. Ideally I would prefer to be driving a slightly larger car now, and I will probably change my clio for a larger model when finances allow.
The only niggle I have ever had with the car was an intermittent starting problem which took 2 or 3 attempts to repair, however I was treated courteously each time and the fault has not recurred.
I would definitely buy another Renault.
Reliability: 3/5
Build Quality: 3/5
T-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
on retirement i returned my lease car because of the cost and the large drop in my mileage and seeing i only do about 10 to 20 miles per week, i decided to get an old banger. I had to get a new exhaust as it failed its mot. about 4 weeks later my fual pipe joint in the engine compartment parted and i lost nearly £25 worth of petrol before i found the fault, since it was clicked back in place its been ok.
I dont know if it was the exhaust people or the mot inspector caused it by pulling the pipe. as i cannot see how it came adrift on its own.
Reliability: 4/5
Build Quality: 3/5
56-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Being car of the year at the time of purchase we thought it would be a good investment. Generally speaking it has lived up to this accolade in proving to be reliable and a nice car to drive etc. Would I buy another one - it would certainly appear on the 'cars to see list ' if we were considering the same sized car the next time.
Reliability: 4/5
Build Quality: 4/5
56-reg Petrol, Owner for 3 to 5 years
Previous generation Campus Sport Model, so older design to current Clio model. Many niggling faults such as rattles and noises fixed under warranty, but nothing major. Handles well and goes ok for only a 1.2. Could do with more interior space, although its not a major issueand build quality could be better.
Reliability: 4/5
Build Quality: 3/5
08-reg Diesel, Owner for Less than a year
The Renault Clio is a fantastic little car it does what I need it to do, The only problem is that I recently needed to change the headlight bulbs on the car but because their is limited space to change the bulbs was forced to use a Renault dealer and could not do the job myself total rip off £35.25.
Reliability: 5/5
Build Quality: 4/5
Other-reg Petrol, Owner for More than 5 years
It's old and a bit creaky but I'm used to it. It's very reliable and has given no trouble after long periods of non use due to my ill health, and this freezing weather hasn't affected it - it still starts first time. I expect the bodywork to rot before anything goes faulty!
Reliability: 5/5
Build Quality: 2/5
57-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
The Renault Clio is a great car.
I cannot understand why they have a poor reputation on reliability.
I know a number of other people who are also very pleased with their Clios - so I don't think I have just been lucky with mine.
Reliability: 5/5
Build Quality: 5/5
X-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
good little runner, reliable but a few problems but being old its expected, better than my last car which was a punto falling to pieces that 8i was done over with so anything seems better, nice body work really easy to drive
Reliability: 4/5
Build Quality: 4/5
06-reg Petrol, Owner for 3 to 5 years
An excellent, roomy, chic, economical and reliable car that will swallow bigger loads than you expect (especially useful when we moved house). Very easy to drive (especially compared with the Megane that I had before it).
Reliability: 4/5
Build Quality: 4/5
56-reg Petrol, Owner for 3 to 5 years
It is a fantastic car, especially for the price. The only small problem is the relatively high cost of servicing at Renault dealers, in comparison to servicing costs for other manufacturers' small cars.
Reliability: 5/5
Build Quality: 5/5
06-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
The problem with the engine was down to Contaminated fuel.
Overall, I am impressed with the car, it is significantly better and more expensive feeling than the previous Clios.
Reliability: 4/5
Build Quality: 2/5
06-reg Petrol, Owner for 3 to 5 years
Replaced this car after having a Mk 2 Clio which was faultless , trusted the brand but as with a lot of Manufacturers more seems to be put into presentation than longevity
Reliability: 1/5
Build Quality: 4/5
53-reg Petrol, Owner for 3 to 5 years
RenaultSport Clio 182: a joy to drive. Cheap to run. Bad electrics and build quality don't really make up for the fun you have driving it by the scruff of the neck.
Reliability: 5/5
Build Quality: 3/5
51-reg Petrol, Owner for More than 5 years
The renault is fine but ive had bits and pieces go wrong with it throughout. Ive always driven a pergout before and didnt have this trouble
Reliability: 4/5
Build Quality: 2/5
V-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
A very appropriate first car; easy to insure, relatively inexpensive to run but flawed electrics and poor build quality let the model down.
Reliability: 3/5
Build Quality: 2/5
51-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
a great little car which i use for my daily commute to university, about 50 miles there and back without any problems at all!
Reliability: 4/5
Build Quality: 3/5
56-reg Diesel, Owner for 3 to 5 years
Nothing flash. Reliable and economical fuel wise, but costly main dealer servicing. A good all rounder.
Reliability: 5/5
Build Quality: 4/5
54-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Bought the car on price and it has proved to be a good, honest and reliable, general usage hatchback.
Reliability: 4/5
Build Quality: 4/5
55-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
very good little car, ive had no issues with it. it does everything i ask of it within reason
Reliability: 5/5
Build Quality: 5/5
W-reg Petrol, Owner for 3 to 5 years
an excellent car whose only problems have been normal wear and tear on a car of its age
Reliability: 4/5
Build Quality: 4/5
05-reg Petrol, Owner for 3 to 5 years
A nice sporty little car that is fun to drive and has always been reliable.
Reliability: 5/5
Build Quality: 5/5
54-reg Diesel, Owner for 3 to 5 years
low road tax, fuel efficient, reasonable running costs, very reliable
Reliability: 4/5
Build Quality: 4/5
04-reg Diesel, Owner for 3 to 5 years
Serves me well but I wish there was a courtesy light in the boot.
Reliability: 2/5
Build Quality: 3/5
X-reg Petrol, Owner for More than 5 years
my car is quite cute and it has served me well over the years
Reliability: 3/5
Build Quality: 3/5
59-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
Too many niggly faults and poor backup from Renault Dealers
Reliability: 3/5
Build Quality: 2/5
55-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
A good solid small car which is reliable and easy to drive.
Reliability: 4/5
Build Quality: 4/5
57-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Overall a great car but has its annoying niggles.
Reliability: 2/5
Build Quality: 3/5
56-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
A very useful and reliable member of the family.
Reliability: 5/5
Build Quality: 4/5
07-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
a good fun car to drive will make you smile
Reliability: 5/5
Build Quality: 5/5
57-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
great sporty 2litre good looker reliable
Reliability: 5/5
Build Quality: 4/5
03-reg Petrol, Owner for More than 5 years
IDEAL FOR MY LIFESTYLE AND FAMILY NEEDS
Reliability: 5/5
Build Quality: 3/5
V-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
Its a good car to get around in.
Reliability: 2/5
Build Quality: 2/5
04-reg Petrol, Owner for 3 to 5 years
Reliability: 2/5
Build Quality: 2/5
51-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
Reliability: 2/5
Build Quality: 2/5
59-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
Reliability: 5/5
Build Quality: 5/5
W-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
Reliability: 5/5
Build Quality: 5/5
Other-reg Petrol, Owner for 3 to 5 years
Reliability: 4/5
Build Quality: 3/5
