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Originally Posted by Giannis  I don't like the new clio. The clio II was nice one, but boring to drive |
Ooo, I'm not so sure about that Giannis my mate... after all we're talking Clio Sports here and not just the lowly French appliance-on-wheels models.
That Renault Clio II Sport 182, is widely heralded as the best front wheel drive hot hatch of all time - particularly in Trophy guise with those supreme Sachs dampers. Sadly, I've never driven the Trophy but judging from the "ordinary" 182 - it must be fantastic! Such adjustability on the throttle.
I'd wager that the Clio Sports are quite apart from the lesser cooking models in terms of driver enjoyment.
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Originally Posted by Giannis The clio III is boring and boring. I'd rather get a Polo over this and i WILL do it sometime in summer... |
The Clio III 197 is already getting some very good press. It's only the engine's lack of low down torque (in the 182 is was fine for a car weighing less that 1100 kg) coupled to the increase in weight by 200 kilos that blunts the accelerative performance of the car unless you're willing to thrash it.
The Clio III is significantly bigger than the previous car and this was done to ensure longevity and competitiveness for the duration of the model's lifecycle. The extra weight will be offset by a turbo'd engine midway through the Clio III's lifespan - I'm certain of it.
I dislike French cars quite strongly, Renault included, but I absolutely
adore the hot Clio hatches...