Clio 182 vs EP3 Type R head-to-head

[sam55]

Finally my old Clio's in a video! I tried to not be biased...

 

[Poopensharten]

A K20 in a Clio 200 with 240bhp still in n/a form, would be the perfect blend.

 

[colesy]

I did this test on the Oxford ring road circa 2012 🤣

 

[Mr Underhill]

My lads EP9 always had the edge on my 182 in straight line performance, but handled like a boat in comparison. Both stock. Booth cool cars.

 

[Advikaz]

My lads EP9 always had the edge on my 182 in straight line performance, but handled like a boat in comparison. Both stock. Booth cool cars.

That’s always been my experience with type R’s

Better engine (and box). Worse chassis.

 

[pepinosport]

Had both at the same time. Sold the EP3 after only 8 weeks of ownership. Worst steering in a sports car. Ever. Engine and gearbox are fine though.

 

[Jamie]

I’ve had a EP3, and I didn’t keep it too long. I just didn’t gel with it. At the time, I fancied a change. It was a one owner example. It just felt like a Civic with a bigger engine. I personally found it really dull. I’m sure people will have the same experiences with a Clio.

 

[Crazylegs]

I've never had an EP3 but I've had an EK9 and two DC5.

Hydraulic steering is much better on DC5 than the 182 as is the gearbox but overall I'd say a 182 has a better overall feel and a superior chassis to the Honda.