Renault knows how to make a fun hatchback, and the Clio is just that. A chic city car with style for days, not to mention proper performance credentials at the top end of the Clio range.WHERE DOES IT FEEL AT HOME? The Clio is a charming little car, suited to the fashion-savvy and those who, like me, enjoy a weekend drive. The entry-level models are especially fun around town if you’re prepared to shift gears yourself and get a manual transmission. Renault’s range of Clio models covers a lot of ground. If you’re after a small runabout take a look at the Authentique, Expression and Dynamique models. Above them is the GT and the RS for those who want to get even more out of the Clio driving experience. All models are impressively flexible, with even the highly-strung performance models proving very liveable day-to-day. Fundamentally, the Clio platform is great to drive. The seating position is just right, the suspension is good and the steering is sharp. It’s practical too, with five doors, a roomy feel and good boot space for this segment.

We like its hidden rear door handles and the Renault card key. The Clio’s classy, avant-garde interior is a plus. Its striking exterior makes the Clio a bit of a statement, and we like that too. The tiny turbocharged three-cylinder engine in the entry level models is incredibly fuel efficient, while the top-end Renaultsport models are up there with the most exciting hatches on the market. THINGS WE'D LIKE TO CHANGE On the downside, we find the Clio’s automatic gearbox to be slow to react off the line. That might not sound so bad, but it means you have to second-guess gaps in traffic quite a lot. One of the quirkiest features in the Clio is it’s ‘sound imitator’ which uses the car stereo to imitate the engine note of some classic Renault vehicles, a motorbike and even a Jetsons-esque spaceship. The Clio is a great option for those who like to stray away from the typical choices. It’s full of European flair and genuinely impressive driving dynamics that make it an enjoyable car to drive as well as a practical one.

Click here to find out more about the Renault Clio.continue reading Clio TomTom offers a TomTom ONE GB portable satellite navigation system worth £179 as standard and is available in three-door only. The Clio TomTom is well-suited to the style-conscious who also want comfort and practicality, as well as the latest technological advances.TomTom, European market leader and the world’s largest navigation solutions provider, was Renault’s natural partnership choice for the special navigation edition of Clio. The system itself, TomTom ONE is the world’s best-selling portable satellite navigation device and Clio TomTom customers can also make use of TomTom Home, TomTom’s free software application that simplifies the process of downloading and installing new content and services such as safety camera locations and traffic information. The Clio TomTom is available in two engine choices 1.2 16V 75 at £9,260 and dCi 68 at £10,230. The dCi 68 falls into one of the lowest VED bands (B) with only £35 due in Vehicle Excise Duty.The 1.2 16V 75 offers a combined mpg of 47.9 and CO2 emissions of 139 g/km, whilst the dCi 68 has a combined mpg of 62.8 and low CO2 emissions of 120 g/km.

Based on the Extreme trim, Clio TomTom features the following additional standard equipment:Leather steering wheel and gearknob, satin chrome exterior and interior door handles, blue centre console with blue dashboard inserts, satin chrome dial surrounds and the TomTom ONE GB satellite navigation system.The Clio TomTom also features specific TomTom badging on both the interior and exterior.Customers can also upgrade the standard TomTom system to cover Europe as a £50 option, and an MP3 compatible CD player with four speakers, two tweeters and fingertip remote control is available as an option at £125 to make sure you can listen to whatever music takes your fancy. garage door repair oak park mi*Registration is required to post in this forumsliding barn door kit uk Expected Launch Date: OCT 2017 – DEC 2017french doors melbourne fl

Alert me when launched Renault Clio PreviewRenault Clio has been one of the highest-selling cars for the French automaker and competes in the supermini category. It was initially launched in 1990 and has so far registered sales of 11.5 million units in more than 115 countries. The fourth generation of the Clio was first seen in 2012 and could make its commercial debut in India in the future. The new Renault Clio has been inspired by the DeZir Concept and features a large, prominent logo on the front end, which has been placed against a gloss black background, chrome-trimmed headlights and LED day-time running lights.bifold patio doors aluminium Currently available only as a 5-door model, the Renault Clio measures 4,055mm in length, 1,720mm in width and, sports concealed rear door handles near the quarter window. This new model is lower than its predecessor, with wider tracks and wheels pushed out towards the exterior.

At the same time, the smaller gap between the wheels and the wheel arches highlights the car’s strength and rugged stance. If and when launched in India, the Renault Clio will compete with the likes of the Maruti Suzuki Swift, Honda Jazz, Volkswagen Polo, Fiat Punto, etc. Renault Clio expected launch in India Renault Clio expected launch in India by late 2017. *Disclaimer: The date of launch is tentative and purely based on the information received from OEMs. Autoportal will not be responsible for any discrepancy and delay with the launch dates. View all Upcoming Cars » Renault Kwid AMT Test Drive Review - Good gets better! Renault Kwid 1.0: First Look Renault Duster 2016: Jagged Delicacy Renault Kwid - Style matters All test drives » Other Renault Cars in Sale SUV Cars in India Sedan Cars in India Top Cars Under 5 Lakhs Electric Cars in India Hatchback Cars in India Automatic Cars in India Diesel Cars in India