Renault Clio Sport

The challenge faced by Renault Sport Technologies' engineers when first penning New Renault Clio Sport was to respect the original personality of Clio III while at the same time highlighting the newcomer's own intrinsic qualities and dynamism. The result is an outstanding car which puts the accent firmly on performance, passion and driving pleasure.
New Renault Clio Sport stands out as a worthy successor to Renault Clio Sport 2.0 16V and features a groundbreaking first in its segment in the form of a rear air diffuser which uses technology derived directly from Formula 1. In association with the extractor vents in the front wings, it ensures excellent aerodynamic performance.
Sportier than ever, New Renault Clio Sport is powered by an evolution of the normally-aspirated 2.0 16V engine, the power of which has been increased to 197hp. This is equivalent to 100hp/litre, making it the highest specific power output of its category. This has been achieved partly thanks to an increase in its volumetric efficiency which has not only improved engine power but has also taken torque to a best-in-class 215Nm at 5,550rpm.
Coupled with the new six-speed gearbox, this powerful, responsive engine offers first-class sports performance and driving pleasure. The double-axis strut system guarantees rigorously precise handling.
New Renault Clio Sport is built at Renault's Dieppe plant, which specializes in the production of the brand's sports models.

Styling modifications

New Renault Clio Sport features specific bodywork, including larger front wings (+42mm) designed to house the wider track and generously-dimensioned tyres, while the additional 28mm left and right at the rear have prompted a specific side design. The standard Clio III floor - which incorporates a well for the spare wheel - has been replaced by a flat panel designed to free up space for the exhaust silencer and twin-rear tailpipes. Meanwhile, the spare wheel has been replaced by two tyre repair aerosols.

Recaro bucket seats

From the summer of 2006, New Renault Clio Sport will be available with optional bucket seats designed and developed in association with world-renowned Recaro. Perfectly in keeping with the vehicle's sporty interior ambience, they are trimmed with "Entresol" upholstery in harmony with the rear bench seat. In addition to housing lateral airbags, these seats feature a rigid, polyamide and fibreglass-injected shell for the sort of all-enveloping experience normally associated with competition driving. The seatbelt slots and built-in headrest add the final, distinctive sports touch.