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Renault Clio II (Phase II, 2001) 3-door 1.4 16V (98 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Renault Clio:
The Renault Clio is a supermini car, produced by French automobile manufacturer Renault. It was launched in 1990, and entered its sixth generation in 2025. The Clio has had substantial critical and commercial success, being consistently one of Europe's top-selling cars since its launch, and it is largely credited with restoring Renault's reputation and stature after a difficult second half of the 1980s. The Clio is one of only two cars, the other being the Volkswagen Golf, to have been voted European Car of the Year twice: in 1991 and in 2006....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (Phase II, 2001) 3-door Overview:
Renault Clio (II (Phase II, 2001) 3-door). With 127 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10 l/100km). Weighing only 1010 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.9 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.4 16V (98 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for city driving, but the automatic transmission dulls performance, making it feel sluggish on highways.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel consumption for a petrol automatic of its size and era, not the most economical choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable ride quality for a supermini
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Wide range of engines, including economical diesels and a potent hot hatch
- • Generally affordable to buy and run
- • Good safety rating for its time
Cons:
- • Some interior plastics feel cheap and scratchy
- • Electrics can be temperamental on older models
- • Older automatic transmissions are sluggish and impact fuel economy
- • Base engines can feel underpowered outside of city driving
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (Phase I) 5-door: 2000 - 2001).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Clio |
| Generation: | II (Phase II, 2001) 3-door |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 16V (98 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2001 |
| End of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 98 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 70.5 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 127 Nm @ 3750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K4J More details about the engine K4J |
| Engine displacement: | 1390 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.9 l |
| Coolant: | 5.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 70 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.0 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 3 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.3 kg/Hp, 97 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 125.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1010 |
| Max. weight: | 1550 |
| Max. roof load: | 60 kg |
| Max load: | 540 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1037 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 255 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 540 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3773 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1940 mm [300mm more] |
| Height: | 1417 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2472 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1940 mm |
| Front track: | 1406 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1385 mm |
| Front overhang: | 714 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 587 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.7 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/65 R14; 185/55 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 14; 6J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Semi-dependent beam with stabilizer lateral stability, Coil spring |
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