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RENAULT UNVEILS NEW CLIO



  clio 1.2 16v
its grown on me in the right colour
still not keen on the front though an the interior seems a bit of a mixed bag of colours the fabric options are nice but dash colours are a bit odd
looking at the specs of the gt 1.5 dci 106 fap irc and a 1.6 petrol 128bhp
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not many gt pics though

wel it is hard to get gd pics of it. more ive seen i dnt lik it. way to big
 

Gaz_

ClioSport Club Member
  Extreme mode
Just seen this on 197.net (200 cup racer)

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Looks better lowered, and Black is good for hiding bumps and lumps, just ask the ladies, or Gok.... ;)
 
  Ibiza FR
not too bad

Is it just me or does the front look fairly similar to one of these?
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ha, just looked very familiar to me as my mum drives one, and it came straight to my head!
 

GR7

  Shiny red R32
Don't like it at all, much prefer the current one!
Clios are getting worse with each new change! :eek:

From the current Auto Express! Rating:
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If the Renaultsport Clio is too hot for you to handle, then take a look at the warm GT model. It bridges the gap between the range-topper and lesser models, offering sportier looks and a sharper drive, but without the same thirst for petrol or the price tag of the flagship.

Our example immediately stood out thanks to its exclusive Malta Blue paint, 16-inch anthracite alloys and twin exhausts, while a gloss-black grille and chunky bodykit complete the aggressive styling tweaks. But the GT is more than just a pretty face.

For added body control, the front and rear springs have been stiffened by 15 per cent, and the power steering has been quickened for a more direct feel.

Two engines are on offer, the 1.5 dCi 106 diesel or a 126bhp 1.6-litre petrol unit exclusive to the GT. We tested the latter, which appears to be no slouch on paper, but in reality felt short of puff and produced a booming noise that became tiresome on the motorway.

The GT is sure to win many admirers for its looks, polished handling and excellent value, but it’s a shame that Renault didn’t see fit add another 25bhp. That would distance it further from the base models without threatening the 200.

Rival: Suzuki Swift Sport
The small Suzuki serves up massive of fun and is excellent value. Its modern design cements the Swift’s place as an unexpected performance hero.
 
Clios are getting worse with each new change! :eek:

From the current Auto Express! Rating:
rating_3.gif


If the Renaultsport Clio is too hot for you to handle, then take a look at the warm GT model. It bridges the gap between the range-topper and lesser models, offering sportier looks and a sharper drive, but without the same thirst for petrol or the price tag of the flagship.

Our example immediately stood out thanks to its exclusive Malta Blue paint, 16-inch anthracite alloys and twin exhausts, while a gloss-black grille and chunky bodykit complete the aggressive styling tweaks. But the GT is more than just a pretty face.

For added body control, the front and rear springs have been stiffened by 15 per cent, and the power steering has been quickened for a more direct feel.

Two engines are on offer, the 1.5 dCi 106 diesel or a 126bhp 1.6-litre petrol unit exclusive to the GT. We tested the latter, which appears to be no slouch on paper, but in reality felt short of puff and produced a booming noise that became tiresome on the motorway.

The GT is sure to win many admirers for its looks, polished handling and excellent value, but it’s a shame that Renault didn’t see fit add another 25bhp. That would distance it further from the base models without threatening the 200.

Rival: Suzuki Swift Sport
The small Suzuki serves up massive of fun and is excellent value. Its modern design cements the Swift’s place as an unexpected performance hero.

i spotted 2 on a transporter an dare i say it ive fallen in love :eek: on paper it does sound good 130bhp 0-62 in 9.3 1140 kg quicker then a zetec s 1.6 118bhp 9.6 970 kg weights the killer be interesting to see which handles better in the twistys ;)
 
  White Sti Hatch
Nice one :)!, sparky like or something else?


Yeah another sparky job "Fixed Electrical Test Engineer" makes me sound important lol !!!

Down in warington all next week for induction to company thats going to be boring as hell !!!!

i spotted 2 on a transporter an dare i say it ive fallen in love :eek: on paper it does sound good 130bhp 0-62 in 9.3 1140 kg quicker then a zetec s 1.6 118bhp 9.6 970 kg weights the killer be interesting to see which handles better in the twistys ;)


Be utter pish like all standard Mk3 Non RS's
 
  Clio 197 F1
Yeah another sparky job "Fixed Electrical Test Engineer" makes me sound important lol !!!

Down in warington all next week for induction to company thats going to be boring as hell !!!!




Be utter pish like all standard Mk3 Non RS's

Ahhh are you bringing your car with you? Can meet up if you're down. Would love to see your car in the flesh.
 
  White Sti Hatch
Na mate flyin down from Aberdeen on the Sunday, was hopin there would be a meet on that week see if some one would pick me up from my hotel lol !

Youll see it at FCS mate !
 
  Mustang, S13, AX GT
I saw one of these earlier behind me today:
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and found some similarities between that and the clio 200 front end. I think it might have been an older 1 with some black plactic trim aswell. Does anyone else see it?
 
"However, while the Twingo-sourced powerplant might be strong enough in Renault's baby, it feels a little underpowered in the GT. Frankly, you need to work pretty hard to maintain decent progress on a twisty road, and if hills are involved then you'll need frequent downshifts. A slightly thrashy tone does the engine few favours either."

isnt that the whole point of a hot renault high revs an droping gears on twistys ;)

no reviews for the dci yet though :eek:

didnt the press say even in the twingo rs it felt under powered
 
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  Mk2 Clio dci
Think it was because emissions and stuff. They've got a 1.6 125bhp now and a 1.4 turbo 130bhp which is in the new scenics and is also going in the new gordini range. Theres also a new 1.6dci coming out instead of the 1.9dci.

Got some pics of the new clio GT in blue which we got in the other day. Will upload em soon. Didn't think much to it at first, but with a numberplate on it does look better. Breaks up that stupid black bit at the front.
 
Think it was because emissions and stuff. They've got a 1.6 125bhp now and a 1.4 turbo 130bhp which is in the new scenics and is also going in the new gordini range. Theres also a new 1.6dci coming out instead of the 1.9dci.

Got some pics of the new clio GT in blue which we got in the other day. Will upload em soon. Didn't think much to it at first, but with a numberplate on it does look better. Breaks up that stupid black bit at the front.

i thought is was to replace the 1.5 i doubt the clio will get a 1.6dci though all manufacturers are plumping for 1.6 dervs


everyone ive seen is blue :S
 
Same here! Everyone transporter that has turned up with them on has only had blue ones on!

all with sat nav no doubt ;) i also expect its the most flatting of the colour range
any dcis or are they all petrols

pinched from Mike Griffiths at renault sport ;)





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