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Renault Clio Sport (Phase I) 3.0 V6 (226 Hp)
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)
Sport (Phase I) Overview:
Renault Clio (Sport (Phase I)). With 300 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1335 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.4 s). The top speed reaches 235 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0 V6 (226 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A truly unique and exhilarating driving experience, the rear-mounted V6 delivers impressive power and a distinctive soundtrack, transforming the Clio into a potent, rear-wheel-drive pocket rocket with rapid acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is high, as expected for a powerful V6 in a small car, making it more of an enthusiast's weekend toy than an economical daily driver.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unique mid-engine V6 layout
- • Exceptional performance for a hot hatch
- • Engaging rear-wheel-drive dynamics
- • Strong collector appeal and investment potential
- • Distinctive styling and presence
Cons:
- • Very high fuel consumption and running costs
- • Limited practicality with only two seats and small boot
- • Challenging to maintain due to bespoke engineering
- • Stiff ride quality and road noise
- • High purchase price and insurance for its class
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Symbol: 1999 - 2002).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Clio |
| Generation: | Sport (Phase I) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 V6 (226 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2002 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 226 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 76.7 Hp/l [350mm less] |
| Torque: | 300 Nm @ 3750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | L7X 760 More details about the engine L7X 760 |
| Engine displacement: | 2946 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 15 l |
| Engine layout: | Rear, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 235 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.9 kg/Hp, 169.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.5 kg/Nm, 224.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1335 |
| Max. weight: | 1545 |
| Max load: | 210 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 110 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 65 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3800 mm mm [350mm less] |
| Width: | 1810 mm mm [171mm more] |
| Height: | 1360 mm mm [56mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2511 mm mm [39mm more] |
| Front track: | 1500 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1510 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 235/45 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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