{"id":242943,"date":"2023-10-24T23:49:20","date_gmt":"2023-10-24T23:49:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/?p=242943"},"modified":"2023-10-24T23:49:20","modified_gmt":"2023-10-24T23:49:20","slug":"new-renault-clio-2023-facelift-review-stylish-french-supermini-gets-a-striking-new-look","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/car-reviews\/new-renault-clio-2023-facelift-review-stylish-french-supermini-gets-a-striking-new-look\/","title":{"rendered":"New Renault Clio 2023 facelift review: stylish French supermini gets a striking new look"},"content":{"rendered":"

A new look and some changes under the skin aim to keep the Clio at the top of the supermini class<\/h2>\n


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    4.5<\/span> out of 5<\/span><\/p>\n

    How we review cars<\/span>Find your Renault ClioOffers from our trusted partners on this car and its predecessors…<\/p>\n

    The downside of this older cockpit design is that it lacks the wow factor of the Megane and Austral\u2019s interiors, not to mention their sensational Google-powered infotainment system. We found the previous-gen set-up running on our Clio\u2019s 9.3-inch touchscreen (lower-spec models get a seven-inch display) fairly laggy and not nearly as intuitive. Thankfully, it\u2019s now even easier to bypass, because wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity is standard across the range.<\/p>\n


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    The Clio E-Tech always uses the electric motor to pull away from a standstill, so the car feels responsive and pretty zippy away from the traffic lights. It\u2019s really only beyond 20mph when the engine comes to life, seamlessly taking the reins from the electric motor. The transition back and forth between petrol and electric power is almost undetectable, with the two working together to provide a smooth linear power delivery.\u00a0<\/p>\n

    However the set-up can falter under hard acceleration, as the transmission likes to take its time deciding when it\u2019s going to change gear, often leaving you stuck listening to the roar of the engine. The hybrid Clio isn\u2019t particularly quick anyway, taking over nine seconds to hit 62mph, so we\u2019d recommend adopting a gentle approach with the throttle.<\/p>\n

    Once the powertrain settles down, the Clio E-Tech is comfortable at motorway speeds and you\u2019re kept nicely isolated from harsher imperfections in the road surface. There\u2019s fun to be had on twistier roads too, thanks to direct, well weighted steering and just a hit of body roll as you chuck the Clio into corners.<\/p>\n

    Renault says the hybrid can return up to 67.3mpg, and while we couldn\u2019t match that figure, we did manage to average 55.2mpg on a journey that included towns, motorways and a couple of spirited blasts on back roads.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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    Regardless of which version you pick, the Clio offers appealing value for money. The Clio E-Tech in particular currently starts from \u00a321,295, or \u00a3229 per month on\u00a0PCP finance with a \u00a33,579 deposit.\u00a0<\/p>\n

    Standard kit on base Evolution cars includes 16-inch alloy wheels, a seven-inch digital instrument panel, a seven-inch touchscreen, wireless smartphone connectivity, LED headlights, rear parking sensors and active safety systems like lane-keep assist and lane-departure warning.\u00a0<\/p>\n

    Mid-range Techno trim brings a more aggressive front bumper, a reversing camera, a wireless charging pad for your smartphone, and larger alloy wheels, while the top-spec Esprit Alpine gets all the goodies, including the larger driver\u2019s display and touchscreen, aluminium pedals, heated front seats and steering wheel, and even more safety kit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Model:<\/td>\nRenault Clio E-Tech Hybrid Esprit Alpine<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Price:<\/td>\n\u00a324,095<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Powertrain:<\/td>\n1.6-litre 4cyl petrol, 1x e-motors<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Power\/torque:<\/td>\n143bhp\/205Nm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Transmission:<\/td>\nSix-speed automatic, front-wheel drive<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    0\u201362mph:<\/td>\n9.3 seconds<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Top speed:<\/td>\n112mph<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Economy:<\/td>\n65.7mpg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    CO2:<\/td>\n97g\/km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    On sale:<\/td>\nNow<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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