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Renault Clio IV (Phase I) 1.2 16V (75 Hp)
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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)
IV (Phase I) Overview:
Renault Clio (IV (Phase I)). With 107 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7 l/100km). Weighing only 980 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.5 s). The top speed reaches 167 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.
1.2 16V (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Entry-level performance, best suited for urban environments where speed is not a priority; struggles on highways.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable fuel economy for a naturally aspirated petrol engine of this size, but less efficient than the TCe options.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish and distinctive design
- • Good handling and comfortable ride for its class
- • Excellent fuel economy from dCi diesel engines
- • Practical interior with decent boot space
- • Strong Euro NCAP safety rating
Cons:
- • Some interior plastics feel cheap in lower trims
- • Limited rear headroom for taller passengers
- • Basic petrol engines can feel underpowered
- • Infotainment system can be clunky on early models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (Phase II, 2009): 2010 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Clio |
| Generation: | IV (Phase I) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 16V (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| End of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 65.3 Hp/l [35mm more] |
| Torque: | 107 Nm @ 4250 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | D4F 740 More details about the engine D4F 740 |
| Engine displacement: | 1149 |
| 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 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 167 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.1 kg/Hp, 76.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.2 kg/Nm, 109.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 980 |
| Max. weight: | 1563 |
| Max load: | 583 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4062 mm mm [35mm more] |
| Width: | 1777 mm mm [248mm less] |
| Height: | 1448 mm mm [49mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2589 mm mm [14mm more] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 185/65 R15 88T; 195/55 R16 87H |
| Wheel rims size | 15; 16 |
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