Diesel, hybrid and petrol · 1999–2019

Renault Clio

Fuel use, running costs and specs for the Renault Clio. By the official figures, the 2019 uses 5.9 L/100km: 48 mpg UK, 40 mpg US.

Renault Clio in red
Fuel use
5.9 L/100km
2019 official
UK mpg
48 mpg
US mpg
40 mpg
On a full tank
712 km
42 L tank

What a Clio costs to run

At today's average petrol prices, by its official fuel use.

CountryAverage price todayCost to driveA typical year
New Zealand$2.94/L petrol$17.35 per 100 km$1,908
Australia$2.41/L petrol$14.22 per 100 km$1,578
United Kingdom£1.74/L petrol£16.56 per 100 miles£1,159
United States$4.35/gal petrol$10.92 per 100 miles$1,474

A typical year: New Zealand 11,000 km (Ministry of Transport's average for a light vehicle); Australia 11,100 km (ABS Survey of Motor Vehicle Use average); United Kingdom 11,265 km (DfT National Travel Survey average of about 7,000 miles); United States 21,726 km (FHWA average of about 13,500 miles). Real costs depend on how and where you drive. Work out a particular trip.

Fifth generation (Clio V), 2021–2022

Specs for the 2022 Renault Clio TCe 90 Iconic Edition, 1.0-litre petrol, 5-speed manual (UK); other versions differ a little.

About

Body
Hatchback
Size class
Small
Generation
Fifth generation (Clio V)
Seats
5
Doors
5
Drive
FWD

Size and weight

Length
4,050 mm
Wheelbase
2,583 mm
Boot
391 L
Boot, seats folded
1,069 L

Engine

Engine
1.0 L 3-cylinder turbo petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Cylinders
3
Aspiration
Turbo
Power
66 kW
Torque
160 Nm
Gearbox
5-speed manual
0–100 km/h
12.2 s
Top speed
180 km/h

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
5.2 L/100km
CO₂
118 g/km
Fuel tank
42 L

Safety

Euro NCAP
★★★★★
Euro NCAP tested
2019
Airbags
6
Auto emergency braking
Yes

Features

Apple CarPlay
Yes
Android Auto
Yes

Clio V, 2020–2027

Specs for the 1.0 TCe 90 hatchback; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
Hatchback
Size class
City
Generation
Clio V
Built
2020-2027
Seats
5
Doors
5
Drive
FWD

Size and weight

Length
4,050 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Height
1,440 mm
Wheelbase
2,583 mm
Kerb weight
1,100 kg
Boot
391 L

Engine

Engine
1.0 L 3-cylinder turbo petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Cylinders
3
Aspiration
Turbo
Power
67 kW
Torque
160 Nm
Gearbox
5-speed manual

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
5.2 L/100km
CO₂
118 g/km
Fuel tank
42 L
Minimum petrol
95 RON

Safety

Euro NCAP
★★★★★
Euro NCAP tested
2019
Airbags
6
Auto emergency braking
Yes

Features

Apple CarPlay
Yes
Android Auto
Yes

Clio IV, 2013–2019

Specs for the 0.9 TCe hatchback; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
Hatchback
Size class
City
Generation
Clio IV
Built
2013-2019
Seats
5
Doors
5
Drive
FWD

Size and weight

Length
4,061 mm
Width
1,732 mm
Height
1,448 mm
Wheelbase
2,588 mm
Kerb weight
1,082 kg
Boot
300 L

Engine

Engine
0.9 L 3-cylinder turbo petrol
Engine size
1,149 cc
Cylinders
3
Aspiration
Turbo
Power
66 kW
Torque
140 Nm
Gearbox
5-speed manual

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
5.3 L/100km
CO₂
104 g/km
Fuel tank
45 L
Minimum petrol
95 RON

Safety

Euro NCAP
★★★★★
Euro NCAP tested
2012
Airbags
4

Ownership

Spare wheel
Repair kit

Clio III, 2006–2012

Specs for the 1.2 hatchback; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
Hatchback
Size class
City
Generation
Clio III
Built
2006-2012
Seats
5
Doors
5
Drive
FWD

Size and weight

Length
4,044 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Wheelbase
2,581 mm
Kerb weight
1,155 kg
Boot
300 L

Engine

Engine
1.2 L 4-cylinder petrol
Engine size
1,173 cc
Cylinders
4
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
78 kW
Torque
145 Nm
Gearbox
5-speed manual

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
5.9 L/100km
CO₂
139 g/km
Fuel tank
49.5 L
Minimum petrol
95 RON

Safety

Euro NCAP
★★★★★
Euro NCAP tested
2005
Airbags
6

Clio II, 1998–2005

Specs for the 1.2 hatchback; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
Hatchback
Size class
City
Generation
Clio II
Built
1998-2005
Seats
5
Doors
5
Drive
FWD

Size and weight

Length
3,812 mm
Width
1,654 mm
Height
1,428 mm
Wheelbase
2,470 mm
Kerb weight
985 kg
Boot
255 L

Engine

Engine
1.2 L 4-cylinder petrol
Engine size
1,494 cc
Cylinders
4
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
43 kW
Gearbox
5-speed manual

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
7.3 L/100km
Fuel tank
45 L
Minimum petrol
95 RON

Safety

Euro NCAP
★★★★☆
Euro NCAP tested
2000

Official figures by year

From the US EPA, the UK's DfT and NZTA, newest first.

YearFuelUsesUKUSRange
2019Petrol5.9 L/100km48 mpg40 mpg—
2018Petrol5.3 L/100km53 mpg44 mpg—
2017Petrol5.4 L/100km52 mpg43 mpg—
2016Petrol5.9 L/100km48 mpg40 mpg—
2015Petrol5.7 L/100km50 mpg42 mpg—
2014Petrol5.2 L/100km54 mpg45 mpg—
2013Petrol4.5 L/100km63 mpg52 mpg—
2011Petrol8.3 L/100km34 mpg29 mpg—
2010Petrol9.0 L/100km31 mpg26 mpg—
2009Petrol8.3 L/100km34 mpg28 mpg—
2007Petrol8.3 L/100km34 mpg28 mpg—
2006Petrol8.6 L/100km33 mpg27 mpg—
2005Petrol9.9 L/100km28 mpg24 mpg—
2004Petrol11.2 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—
2002Petrol11.2 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—

Renault Clio questions

What is the fuel consumption of the Renault Clio?

The 2019 Renault Clio uses 5.9 L/100km by its official figures: 48 mpg in UK gallons and 40 mpg in US gallons. Each year's figures are listed below.

How much does a Renault Clio cost to run a year?

At today's average petrol prices and a typical year's driving: $1,908 in New Zealand, $1,578 in Australia, £1,159 in United Kingdom, $1,474 in United States.

How far does a Renault Clio go on a full tank?

About 712 km (442 miles) from its 42 L tank at its official fuel use.

How big is the Renault Clio's boot?

391 L, for the 2022 Renault Clio TCe 90 Iconic Edition, 1.0-litre petrol, 5-speed manual (UK).

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