Is a Renault Clio 1.2 a good car?

Our verdict on the Renault Clio 1.2 TCe 100 Dynamique 5-door

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Although not the most fun to drive, it offers an excellent blend of versatility and showroom appeal and, with the right engine and trim, will offer good value for money.

What are common problems with Renault Clio?

Common issues for the Renault Clio include:

Gearbox problems.
Exhaust problems.
Suspension problems.
Engine stalling.
Brake problems.

What is a 1.2 TCe engine?

Renault named it the 1.2 TCE (Turbo Control Efficiency). This engine features revised 16-valve heads, stronger internals and lower compression ratio (from 9.8:1 to 9.4:1) to handle the higher stress caused by turbocharging, resulting in 101 PS (74 kW; 100 hp) at 5500 rpm and 145 N⋅m (107 lb⋅ft) at 3000 rpm.

How many cylinders does a 1.2 Clio have?

4
Engine

Engine Size	1149cc
Cylinders	4
Valves	16
Fuel Type	Petrol
Transmission	Manual

Is Renault Clio a reliable car?

Is a used Renault Clio hatchback reliable? This generation of Clio had a reasonable reliability record, although it finished only mid-table in the small car class in the last reliability survey it featured in. Renault as a brand finished in a hugely disappointing 30th place out of 31 manufacturers.

Is the Renault 1.2 TCe a good engine?

The 1.2TCe engine is one of the most successful engines in its category. It can withstand up to 200-250 thousand kilometers without major problems. With proper maintenance, the risk of major failures is low.

Are Renault Clios any good?

The Renault Clio gets a lot right: the interior is great, the ride is very comfortable and fuel economy is excellent.

Is TCe a turbo?

TCe (turbo control efficiency) engines have existed for almost a decade and the 90hp 1-litre TCe was the first ever three-cylinder turbo-petrol engine developed by Renault. In 2018, Renault introduced the 1.3 TCe, a four-pot turbo-petrol engine co-developed by the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance along with Daimler.

How many miles can a Renault Clio do on a full tank?

Add in a huge 55-litre fuel tank, and the Renault actually boasts the longest potential range of any of our six, at 617 miles.

How many Litres does a Renault Clio hold?

42 litres
Useable tank capacity:
– Approximately 9.24 gallons (42 litres) for petrol versions; – Approximately 8.58 gallons (39 litres) for diesel versions. With the vehicle unlocked, to open cover 1, press area A then release.

Are Renault engines good?

It was reported that there were 116 problems per 100 vehicles, which is above the industry average. AutoExpress placed Renault 11th in their reliability table, with a reliability score of 93.72 out of 100.

Are Renault spare parts expensive?

Its parts are expensive moreover you will find untrained service engineer.

Does a Renault Megane have a turbo?

Renault Megane petrol engines
The petrol engine is a sprightly 138bhp 1.3-litre turbo that suits its six-speed manual gearbox, and accelerates from 0-62mph in 9.4 seconds.

Are Renault car parts expensive?

Because Renault are popular and also quite common cars, it means that their parts are more common and therefore take less time to source. They are also more affordable and therefore this keeps the repair costs low.

Do Renault Clio hold their value?

Used Renault Clio
There’s no two ways about it – the Clio doesn’t hold its value very well on the used market. This is partly due to Renault’s lingering reputation for making somewhat fragile and unreliable cars and partly due to the fact that the Clio isn’t considered as prestigious or desirable as a Volkswagen Polo.

Is Renault TCe engine reliable?

That said, the Renault 1.3 TCe is a pretty reliable engine. There are already plenty of examples of the 1.3TCe H5Ht engine holding up to 100,000+ miles (150,000+ km) with no major issues. Nonetheless, maintain your engine well and, we believe this awesome engine will last more than 160,000 miles (250,000 km).

What does TCe mean on Renault?

turbo control efficiency
TCe (turbo control efficiency) engines have existed for almost a decade and the 90hp 1-litre TCe was the first ever three-cylinder turbo-petrol engine developed by Renault. In 2018, Renault introduced the 1.3 TCe, a four-pot turbo-petrol engine co-developed by the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance along with Daimler.

Is Renault Clio good on fuel?

It’s capable of up to 53.2mpg and CO2 emissions of 119g/km when paired with a six-speed manual gearbox.

What is the fuel consumption of a Renault Clio?

Renault Clio Fuel Consumption*

Consumption rates	Urban Cycle	Extra Urban Cycle
1.2 16V 75	7.0 L/100 km*	4.3 L/100KM*
ENERGY TCe 90	4.7 L/100 km*	3.9 L/KM*
Turbo EDC	6.6 L/100 km*	4.4 L/100 km*

Why are Renaults so cheap?

Is Renault a high maintenance car?

Decent mileage and low cost of maintenance.

Is the Renault 1.2 TCE a good engine?

Are Renault cars reliable?

In conclusion, Renaults are a pretty reliable car brand. They have been consistently dependable over the years and their repair costs are low. When their cars do go wrong, they are also off the road for a short period of time, which further improves their reliability.

Is the 1.2 TCe a good engine?

What does TCe mean in cars?

Turbo Control Efficiency
The 128bhp 1.4-litre TCe unit (it stands for Turbo Control Efficiency) is based on a motor developed by Nissan, and continues the trend for smaller-capacity forced-induction engines (explored in our road test here).