New Renault Clio 2015 models introduced!
The arrival of the Renault Clio 2015 models, consisting of the ‘Expression’ 88kW Turbo and ‘Blaze’ 66kW Turbo is sure to excite fans of the popular hatch!
With sales to date totalling 13 000 plus units, of which approximately 90% were private sales. Clio has put up a singular performance and earned its stripes.
According to Wayne van der Merwe, senior product manager at Renault SA, there has been an increase in Clio sales in the car hire sector with rental companies responding positively – adding,
“Clio’s build quality and overall efficiency have proven to be two strong drivers in the rental sector and for many car rental customers, it’s become the model of choice in its category.”
Renault Clio 2015 – ‘Expression’
New Renault Clio 2015 model – ‘Expression’ is powered by the Formula 1-inspired – 1.2 litre, 4-cylinder 88kW Turbo engine. Together with the much-anticipated six-speed, Efficient Dual Clutch (EDC) auto gearbox, it delivers an excellent, fuel-efficient drive together with seamless, smooth gear changes.
With maximum output of 88kW @ 4 900rpm and peak torque of 190Nm @ 2 000rpm, the ‘Expression’ goes from 0 to 100kms in just 9.4 seconds and reaches a top speed of 199kph. At 5.2 litres/100km (in combined cycle NEDC), fuel consumption is impressive while CO² emissions are a low 120g/km.
Renault Clio 2015 – ‘Blaze’
Renault proves that access to highly efficient and technologically-advanced engines is no longer exclusive to only the most expensive vehicles. Illustrated by the new generation 66kW Turbo petrol engine. The powerhouse under the bonnet of the Renault Clio 2015 ‘Blaze’ model provides a proven and powerful edge.
The engine allows energetic acceleration from low speeds thus avoiding excessively frequent gear changes. Accelerating from 0 to 100kph in 12.2 seconds, the ‘Blaze’ reaches a top speed of 182 km/h. What’s remarkable is that it does it at an almost unbelievable 4.5 litres/100km (in combined cycle NEDC) making the Renault Clio 2015 ‘Blaze’ the best-in-class fuel consumption and lowest CO² emissions (105g/km).
The new Renault Clio 2015 ‘Expression’ 88kW Turbo EDC 5-door comes standard with a 7″ Touch screen multimedia system with on-board navigation, leather steering wheel and gear lever, manual air con, 16″ alloy wheels and front fog lights.
The new Renault Clio 2015 ‘Blaze’ 66kW Turbo Limited Edition boasts specific interior colour detail, leather steering wheel and gear lever, exterior ‘Blaze’ badge and revised 15″ wheel covers.
Standard driving assistance equipment and features include:
- Antilock Brake System (ABS) + brake assist
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) + brake assist
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
- Hill start assist
- Dual front driver and passenger airbags and side airbags
- Three ISOFIX child seat anchors
- Cruise control + speed limiter
- Hands-free Renault key card
- Electric front windowsElectric side mirrors
- 60/40 split-fold rear bench seat
Pricing:
- ‘Expression’ 88kW Turbo EDC: R234 900
- ‘Blaze’ Limited Edition 66kW Turbo: R179 900
- Touchscreen SatNat: R 6 000
- Metallic paint option: R 2 500
- Metallic paint option: R 2 500
As with the car maker’s entire range, the ‘Expression’ 88kW Turbo EDC and ‘Blaze’ 66kW Turbo Limited Edition come standard with an industry-leading 5-year/150 000km mechanical warranty, a 3-year/45 000km service plan and a 6-year anti-corrosion warranty.