Renault Clio 2012–2016 car dimensions: 4062 mm long, 1732 mm wide and 1448 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,055 kg. Braked towing is 1,200 kg.
The cabin has a modern layout with soft-touch materials on higher grades and good storage including a glovebox and door bins. A 7-inch touchscreen MediaNav system with navigation and Bluetooth is standard on mid and upper trims like Expression and Dynamique. Manual air conditioning is common on lower grades while automatic climate control appears on Dynamique S and above. Cruise control with speed limiter is standard across most of the range. Rear parking sensors and a reversing camera are available as options or standard on higher trims such as Dynamique S. No automatic emergency braking, blind spot warning or lane keep systems are offered.
Boot space measures 300 litres with the seats up and expands to 1146 litres with the 60:40 split rear seats folded. The wide tailgate opening helps with loading larger items for everyday use.
Towing capacity reaches 1200 kg braked and around 550 kg unbraked depending on engine. Payload is approximately 500 kg. The car suits light duties with its split-folding seats and decent boot but lacks heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension options.
The cabin feels modern and welcoming with an aircraft-wing shaped dashboard, soft-touch materials on higher grades, and plenty of storage including cupholders and door bins. Seats offer good front space and lateral support, with height adjustment for the driver as standard. Higher trims add leather options, automatic climate control and an optional fixed glass panoramic roof with sunblind for a brighter, more refined interior.
dCi 90 ECO returns 88.3 mpg and 83 g/km CO2
TCe 90 ECO returns 65.7 mpg and 99 g/km CO2
Oil change every 18,500 miles or two years. first service at 18,500 miles or one year
Timing belt change after six years or 90,000 miles on belt-driven engines
5-star Euro NCAP rating in 2012
Standard kit: front/side/curtain airbags, ESC, ABS with brake assist, Hill Start Assist, cruise control with speed limiter, Isofix
Fuel economy is a strong point thanks to efficient Energy engines. The dCi 90 ECO leads its class with low consumption and emissions, while petrol TCe versions with ECO mode and Stop & Start also deliver strong figures. Real-world economy benefits from the lightened body and aerodynamic design.
Servicing follows an annual schedule with oil changes every two years or 18,500 miles. Brake fluid is replaced every three years and coolant every five years or 75,000-90,000 km depending on market. Timing chain engines need no belt service. others require belt replacement at six years or 90,000 miles. Cabin and air filters are checked regularly.
Safety is high with a five-star Euro NCAP score. Adult protection reaches 88 percent, child 89 percent and safety assist 99 percent. Six airbags, ESC, ABS, emergency brake assist and Hill Start Assist come as standard across the range, along with seatbelt reminders and Isofix points.
The car is designed for low ownership costs with easy access to wear parts and competitive insurance grouping. Keyless entry and ignition appear from mid grades, and the solid build quality supports long-term reliability when maintained to schedule.
Length 4062 mm, Width 1732 mm, Height 1448 mm, Wheelbase 2589 mm (Clio 2012–2016)
Sources: manufacturer data, Renault official Clio IV brochure/PDF and UK press kit, autoevolution and matching spec pages.