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Clio GT 1.6 (128 Bhp)
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N0ddie
ClioSport Club Member
Tesla Model 3
Funny, i noticed this just this morning lol.
End of the day guys its a slow and gutless engine, needs working very hard for it to be any fun too.
Still incredibly fun though
Ps. 36mpg averaging now, altho i managed to get stuck in traffic again and thats gone down to 33.
Funny, i noticed this just this morning lol.
End of the day guys its a slow and gutless engine, needs working very hard for it to be any fun too.
Still incredibly fun though
Ps. 36mpg averaging now, altho i managed to get stuck in traffic again and thats gone down to 33.
should have gone for the dci if your concened about mpg
an if the trips as optimistic as mine your only getting 30 :rasp:I definitely wouldn't call it slow. It's not insanely fast either (it's no Clio RS), but there's no mistake it's a sports car. That is, provided you keep the engine screaming and revs between 4500 and 7000 rpms
Admittedly you can't maintain the pace as good as in Clio RS, when you lose speed you have to work to get it back again, but this kind-of forces you to exploit the excellent handling and grip and maximize speed through the corners - one of my favourite disciplines
And it can drive through the corners almost like the Clio RS...
I definitely wouldn't call it slow. It's not insanely fast either (it's no Clio RS), but there's no mistake it's a sports car. That is, provided you keep the engine screaming and revs between 4500 and 7000 rpms
Admittedly you can't maintain the pace as good as in Clio RS, when you lose speed you have to work to get it back again, but this kind-of forces you to exploit the excellent handling and grip and maximize speed through the corners - one of my favourite disciplines
Is it not a GT?
Btw, I experience no excessive wheel spin. In fact I haven't experienced wheel spin at all... The tires (Michelin Pilot Primacy) really surprised me how good they are, the car has lots of grip on dry roads.
To be honest, I'm surprised anyone would have wheel spin problems - it's not a problem in Clio RS and it has 200 HP...
To be honest, I'm surprised anyone would have wheel spin problems - it's not a problem in Clio RS and it has 200 HP...
Jason_E
ClioSport Club Member
Elise, 530d
Must be the state of the grimey wet roads in my area :/ Or my heavy right foot on occasions.
Still spamming?
Still spamming?
Jason_E
ClioSport Club Member
Elise, 530d
This is true.
I have 2 friends who have Mk3 Clio TCE's. They both commented on how easy it is to spin the wheels up on it compared to their previous cars. They have more experience with me but still only 1 or 2 years.
Maybe its a learning curve, or maybe I just can't resist that glorious noise as it hits the rev limiter.
I have 2 friends who have Mk3 Clio TCE's. They both commented on how easy it is to spin the wheels up on it compared to their previous cars. They have more experience with me but still only 1 or 2 years.
Maybe its a learning curve, or maybe I just can't resist that glorious noise as it hits the rev limiter.
As an option yeah, i didnt choose it, cant stand TC or ESP.
Does sound good doesnt it, cant wait to have it mapped and get the limiter to 7k.
Gearbox is loosning up nicely now and the engine is getting a little better on fuel. Been traveling in heavy traffic a lot recently and its returning 28 to 30.
Mini Cooper S
Tis a piece of piss....2 different engines, point is?
Please delete this GT thread now....it's gone on for decades!!!!!
Jason_E
ClioSport Club Member
Elise, 530d
My point is, the Clio mk3 itself is easier to wheelspin than other cars, according to people I've chatted with. This is just a theory as I said.
If you don't like this thread, GTFO.
Its for people with GT's. Sharing opinions, problems etc. Just because you are bored of a thread doesn't mean delete it. There is little spam in here and all posts are about the topic.
I see no reason to delete a thread just because it doesn't relate to your interests.
Fair doos!
Here is an engine bay shot. Still don't now what that spare bit of plastic on the air filter feed is for...
Comment unrelated slightly, but the n/a 1.2 16v airbox has a similar feature, the air box was one big f**k off piece of hollow plastic whichalso acted as an engine cover, but it was obviously a lot bigger. Box connected to the air feed, and to the filter. The box was hollow.
To quote a press release:
"Renault Sport Technologies’ engineers have paid special attention to ensure that Clio GT’s chassis combines first class dynamic ability with a comfortable ride. The stiffness of the front springs and the calibration of the front dampers have been uprated by 15 per cent compared to the previous version. The variable-rate coil springs at the rear are 15 per cent stiffer, too, and the new rear dampers feature larger diameter rods. These solutions ensure enhanced control of body movement and more precise cornering without detracting from comfort. To counter body roll, the front anti-roll bar diameter has been increased from 20.5 to 21mm, while the rear suspension is equipped with the same stiffer bushes as Clio Renaultsport. Clio GT’s power steering is also more direct for swifter response and greater driving pleasure."
it looks nice in white
although im leaning towards the sliver
im still looking for a red one
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S2000
Going by the photos above the GT sits high. I think the 1.2 TCe I've ordered is going to be sat on stilts in comparison.
