What is a Clio R27?

What is a Clio R27?

The Clio Renaultsport 197 F1 Team R27 is a modified version and special edition of the Clio Renaultsport, a car that is itself a hot-rod version of Renault’s popular sub-compact, the Clio. Fun fact: The R27 part of the name refers to the 2007 Renault F1 race car.

How many Clio R27 were made?

The limited-edition Clio Renaultsport 197 F1 Team R27 was launched in April and featured the new Cup chassis setting with a lowered ride height and stiffer springs and dampers. Just 500 were produced for the UK market.

Is Renault Clio a reliable car?

The Clio appears to be pretty reliable, and it’s one of the safest superminis on sale. The latest Clio is the safest yet – it achieved a full five stars when tested by industry body Euro NCAP, with impressive adult, child and assistance ratings of 96%, 89% and 75% respectively.

Is the Renault Clio RS reliable?

Although general reliability isn’t great, there are no single areas in which the regular Clio disappoints. Most owners identified non-engine electrics as the major area of concern, followed by problems surrounding the engines, such as blocked DPFs and poor starting.

What is the difference between a Clio 197 and 200?

200 has slightly more torque mid range, suspose to slightly better on mpg too, the 200 cup/pack suspension is stiffer than 197 cup/pack but the 200FF suspension is softer the 197FF.

What engine is in the Clio 197?

2.0-litre engine
The 197 is powered by the 2.0-litre engine from the previous-generation Clio 182, but despite its name, it actually delivers 194bhp: the 197 refers to power output in PS.

How many Clio 197 are left?

2021 2018
RENAULT CLIO RENAULTSPORT 197 F1 248 314

Do Renault Clio hold their value?

There’s no two ways about it – the Clio doesn’t hold its value very well on the used market. This is partly due to Renault’s lingering reputation for making somewhat fragile and unreliable cars and partly due to the fact that the Clio isn’t considered as prestigious or desirable as a Volkswagen Polo.

Who owns Renault?

Renault

Headquarters in Boulogne-Billancourt, France
Total assets €115.737 billion (2020)
Total equity €25.338 billion (2020)
Owners French state (15.01%) Nissan (15.0% cross ownership) Daimler Pension Trust (3.1%) Public float (62.74%)
Number of employees 170,158 (Q4 2020)

How fast is a Renault Clio Sport?

155mph
The standard Renaultsport Clio uses a hefty twin-clutch gearbox, which means the new drivetrain is actually no heavier overall. The R.S. 16 runs a lightweight Akrapovic exhaust system. Expect a 0-62mph time in the low sixes and a 155mph top speed.

How wide is a Clio 197?

2025mm
Dimensions

Fuel Capacity 55 litres
Length 3991mm
Width 2025mm
Height 1484mm
Wheelbase 2585mm

What is the Clio Renaultsport 197 F1 team R27?

The limited edition Clio Renaultsport 197 F1 Team R27 is an added bonus though, with extra equipment and a more finely tuned chassis thrown into the equation. Renault knows a thing or two about tuning its hatchbacks – The Renault 4 Gordini, Renault 5 turbo, Renault Clio Williams, Clio 182 and phenomenal Clio V6 are proof of that.

What kind of car is the Renault R27?

4. Heikki Kovalainen The Renault R27 is a Formula One racing car designed and produced by Renault for the 2007 Formula One season.

What is the R27 special edition?

Unveiled in Amsterdam on January 24 by drivers from ING Renault F1 Team, this special edition – dubbed the R27 – is the Clio family’s standard-bearer, much like its larger sibling Mégane Renault F1 Team R26.

Is the new Renault Clio V6 a tuned model?

Renault knows a thing or two about tuning its hatchbacks – The Renault 4 Gordini, Renault 5 turbo, Renault Clio Williams, Clio 182 and phenomenal Clio V6 are proof of that. As such, the tuned version of the new model was always likely to be a bit special and the French manufacturer hasn’t disappointed.

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