Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Small
Infotainment: Apple CarPlay Android Auto
Production years: 2023, 2024
Renault unveiled the facelifted version of the fifth generation of the Clio in the Spring of 2023, and it was a revolution for this lineup in terms of design and engineering.
After more than 16 million units sold, the Clio was Renault's best-selling model. It deserves to be kept updated with new technologies. Unfortunately for the French automaker, when it introduced the fifth generation at the Geneva Motor Show in 2019, it wasn't ready to implement hybrid drivetrains, and, at that time, the LED lighting was not what customers targeting supermini models were looking for. But in just four years, many things changed, including buyers' expectations.
The most significant change was on the car's front fascia, which featured a broad upper grille complemented on the apron by a similarly sized second grille. On the sides, on the lower bumper, Renault installed a pair of slatted scoops, which were mostly for look. For the headlights, the automaker adopted LED technology for all trim levels, thus enhancing the car's look. Moreover, a new trim level was added to the lineup: the Spirit Alpine that replaced the former RS. Along with that, it brought 17" light-alloy wheels.
Inside, there was a redesigned instrument cluster that was filled with a 7" or a 10" TFT display instead of analog dials and gauges, depending on the trim level. In addition, atop the center stack, Renault offered an option for either a 7" or a 9.3" touchscreen for the infotainment system that provides wireless screen mirroring with smartphones.
Like the non-facelifted version, the 2023 Clio had internal combustion engines fueled by gasoline, diesel, or LPG. In addition, a hybrid drivetrain became available.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.0L SCe 65 5MT (65 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L3 |
Power: | 47.8 KW @ - RPM 65 HP @ - RPM 64 BHP @ - RPM |
Torque: | 48 lb-ft @ - RPM 65 Nm @ - RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
ENGINE SPECS - TCe 100 | |
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Cylinders: | L3 |
Torque: | 125 lb-ft @ 200 RPM 170 Nm @ 200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
ENGINE SPECS - TCe 90 6MT (90 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L3 |
Power: | 66.2 KW @ - RPM 90 HP @ - RPM 89 BHP @ - RPM |
Torque: | 118 lb-ft @ - RPM 160 Nm @ - RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
ENGINE SPECS - Blue dCi 100 6MT (100 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Power: | 73.5 KW @ - RPM 100 HP @ - RPM 99 BHP @ - RPM |
Torque: | 192 lb-ft @ - RPM 260 Nm @ - RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L E-Tech (145 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Power: | 69.1 KW @ - RPM 94 HP @ - RPM 93 BHP @ - RPM |
Total maximum power: | 106.6 kw (145 hp) |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Hybrid Gasoline |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
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Power pack: | Lithium-Ion |
Nominal Capacity: | 1.2 kWh |