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Renault Clio 2013

The 2013 Renault Clio range of configurations is currently priced from $4,840. Our most recent review of the 2013 Renault Clio resulted in a score of 7 out of 10 for that particular example. You can read the full review here.

This is what Ewan Kennedy liked most about this particular version of the Renault Clio: Much more pleasant to drive than a Japanese car equivalent, Generally reliable, Style

The 2013 Renault Clio carries a braked towing capacity of up to 900 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

The Renault Clio is also known as the Renault Lutecia (Japan) in markets outside Australia.

Renault Clio 2013 Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the Renault Clio here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

  • I'm looking to purchase a 2014 Renault Clio RS. Can you offer advice on this model?

    A: The whole dual-clutch transmission in the Clio RS is made by Getrag, so I’m not sure what the Renault dealer you contacted is talking about. Perhaps the actual clutch plates are made by one of Getrag’s suppliers, but fundamentally, this was a Getrag designed and built transmission. Renault Australia did, indeed, slice the warranty on its Sport models from five to three years effective May 1, 2018, and I agree that that would have sent alarm bells ringing for existing owners of these cars.

    What really sends shivers up the spine is that the six-speed DCT in the Clio Sport is closely related to the unit Ford used in its Fiestas and Focusses. And that transmission, known as the Powershift, was a total abomination, leaving Ford customers high and dry with broken gearboxes and Ford Australia with millions in fines and being labelled by the ACCC as conducting itself in an `unconscionable’ manner after Ford tried to blame owners for the failures. Eventually, Ford Australia was forced to offer owners of these vehicles a very sweet trade-in deal on the new model Focus and Fiesta, effectively buying back the appalling DCT-equipped models.

    One of the major causes of transmission failure was the dry-clutch engineering which saw the clutch-packs wear very prematurely. Renault Clio Sport transmission failures don’t seem as common as those in the similarly equipped Fords, but that’s possibly a simple matter of there being so few Clio Sports on the road here. Perhaps the Renault version of the transmission is built to a different level of quality and materials (the same transmission is built in factories in different parts of the world, so that’s possible) but we’d potentially be doing you a disservice by not highlighting the problems with this transmission. Some owners have reported trouble-free runs, but others have experienced gearbox faults and failures at low kilometres. It does seem a bit of a lucky-dip. For the record, Getrag’s wet-clutch seven-speed transmission was a markedly better unit, but that’s not what’s fitted to the car in question.

    If you do go through with the purchase, demand a full service history to prove that all the maintenance and factory software upgrades have been applied to the car and then take it for a proper test drive that includes urban and highway driving. If the transmission displays any shuddering when taking off, any slipping between gears, takes a long time to select each gear or switches to limp-home mode, there’s good cause to suspect a worn or faulty transmission.

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  • What is the durability and re-sale value of a used car?

    In terms of life expectancy and durability I would expect both to be about the same, but I would expect the Polo to have slightly better resale value than the Clio. Both are good cars, but I would choose the Renault because of its longer warranty.

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  • Renault Clio 2016: Dealership can't fix my car

    Renault has a clear responsibility to fix the problem, and has been trying to fix it, but so far hasn’t been able to. Request a meeting with your dealer’s service manager and go through the history of the problem and have them tell you what they will do to fix it. It’s sounds like they need the assistance of a technical expert from Renault head office. You need to get an agreement that the problem will be fixed, or Renault will come to the party with a satisfactory settlement. You could also go to the ACCC, or the state consumer department for assistance and advice.

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Renault Clio 2013 Price and Specs

The Renault Clio 2013 is currently available from $4,840 for the Clio Authentique up to $15,840 for the Clio RS 200 Cup Trophy.

Pricing guides

$10,340
Based on third party pricing data
Lowest Price
$4,840
Highest Price
$15,840
Renault Clio Model Body Type Specs Price from Price to
Authentique Hatchback 0.9L — 5 SP MAN $4,840 $7,150
Dynamique Hatchback 1.2L — 6 SP AUTOMATED MAN $7,150 $10,010
Expression Hatchback 1.2L — 6 SP AUTOMATED MAN $6,490 $9,130
Expression Hatchback 0.9L — 5 SP MAN $5,500 $7,810
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Renault Clio 2013 Dimensions

Dimensions for the 2013 Renault Clio are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1768mm x 1484mm and can vary on the basis of model.

Dimensions for the Renault Clio 2013 Dimensions  include 1448mm height, 1732mm width, 4063mm length.
Renault Clio Model Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
Authentique Hatchback 1448x1732x4063 mm 159 mm
Expression Hatchback 1448x1732x4063 mm 159 mm
Dynamique Hatchback 1448x1732x4063 mm 159 mm
RS 200 Sport Hatchback 1448x1732x4090 mm 118 mm
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Renault Clio 2013 Wheel size

Wheel size for the 2013 Renault Clio will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Renault Clio vary from 15x6 inches to 18x8 inches.

Renault Clio Model Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
Authentique Hatchback 185x65 R15 15x6 inches 185x65 R15 15x6 inches
Expression Hatchback 195x55 R16 16x6.5 inches 195x55 R16 16x6.5 inches
Dynamique Hatchback 195x55 R16 16x6.5 inches 195x55 R16 16x6.5 inches
RS 200 Sport Hatchback 205x45 R17 17x7.5 inches 205x45 R17 17x7.5 inches
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Renault Clio 2013 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 2013 Renault Clio is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Renault Clio currently offers fuel consumption from 4.8 to 8.2L/100km. The Renault Clio is available with the following fuel type: —.

Renault Clio Model Body Type Specs Fuel Consumption
Authentique Hatchback 0.9L,—,5 SP MAN 4.8L/100km
Dynamique Hatchback 1.2L,—,6 SP AUTOMATED MAN 5.2L/100km
Expression Hatchback 0.9L,—,5 SP MAN 4.8L/100km
Expression Hatchback 1.2L,—,6 SP AUTOMATED MAN 5.2L/100km
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Renault Clio 2013 Towing capacity

The Renault Clio’s towing capacity ranges from 0kg to 900kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.

Renault Clio Model Body Type Specs Braked Capacity
Authentique Hatchback 0.9L,—,5 SP MAN 900kg
Expression Hatchback 0.9L,—,5 SP MAN 900kg
Expression Hatchback 1.2L,—,6 SP AUTOMATED MAN 900kg
Dynamique Hatchback 1.2L,—,6 SP AUTOMATED MAN 900kg
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