Renault Clio RS test drive since 2009 hatchback

Test drive by Renault Clio RS: RAZUM SPORT

Under the hood of Renault Clio RS is a 2.0-liter atmospheric engine with a capacity of 197 hp, which are achieved at 7250 rpm.
Compact hatchbacks are different, large and small, red and black, powerful and not very. These compact B-class cars gain more and more popularity, although they often cost more than their more spacious large family sedans. With the onset of real May weather, when the trees were already shabby on the street, and the asphalt dried from melted snow, we decided to take the bright representative of a powerful representative of the compact hatchback Renault Clio with a meaningful RS prefix, which is simply and clearly and clearly Renault Sport.
Unlike his modest predecessor, about which one could only guess about the sports disposition, the current Clio RS received a prominent front bumper with a predatory grin of the air intake mouth, technological holes in the front wings for better cooling, 17-inch light-linked wheels, as well as aggressive rear diffuser, and aggressive rear. In the bowels of which the exhaust systems are hidden.
Modestly, but with taste. Of course, Renault Clio RS is not an elaborate Opel Corsa OPC, screaming with all its appearance about its 192 hp. Under the hood, but quite modest, but truly a hot hatchback. Opponents of the props will like that the holes in the wings are the most real ones, and the diffuser in the rear bumper really improves clamping power at high speed.
It is noteworthy that the dealers of Renault Clio RS appeared a year ago, and did not become friends on the roads, while Corsa OPC and Mini Cooper S are already furious with their low -profile tires with might and main. So what's the deal? Let's understand.
As for the appearance, there is a unambiguous fat plus. With its generally discreet appearance, Clio RS is quite recognizable. Wide wheeled arches, 17-inch alloy wheels, predatory air intake and two exhaust systems give out serious potential in this modest car.
What's in the cabin? Here are convenient front chairs, with excellent developed lateral support, tenacious fabric, a good profile and a large range of adjustments. In addition, for an additional 35 thousand rubles, the front seats can be replaced with the optional Recaro bucket, which create an even greater feeling of extreme, although, frankly, I liked the full -time seats more. The chubby steering wheel with a profile under the sports grip lies in the hands of a glove. The pedal node with rubberized aluminum pads is also without complaints.
The panel of devices with aggressive amber is distinguished by good information content, and only the traditional French odd speedometer at first requires addiction. The design of the central console frankly disappointed. The wretched block of the radio and the modest circle of control of the microclimate do not fit into the overall interior. In addition, it is virtually impossible to control the radio without being distracted from the road, so uncomfortable and small buttons that you can get into them only after a long addiction and innate dexterity. Fortunately, the steering column has a traditional audio control panel for French cars, only it saves.
As for the rear sofa, then, to surprise, two adult passengers can accommodate quite tolerably. Only 288 liters frankly saved the trunk. But is he needed here? By the way, if you decompose the rear seat, then the useful litting will increase to 1038 liters. So load what you need. But this car was created to get a high from driving, and its developers succeeded one hundred percent!
Under the hood of Renault Clio RS is a 2.0-liter atmospheric engine with a capacity of 197 hp, which are achieved at 7250 rpm. Probably, someone has now remembered the similar characteristics of Honda Civic Type-R, and they will be right. The acceleration of the Frenchman and the Japanese occurs according to one scheme: a frank failure below, but as soon as the tachometer arrow extends the mark of 4000-4500 rpm, the heart of Clio RS wakes up and presses passengers into the seats. Powerful acceleration continues up to peak revolutions. The ICPP lever has excellent selectivity and in the moderately short course of the better, because the transmission of six -speed mechanics on Clio RS is short, and with a dynamic movement, the lever has to work actively.
The front suspension on Clio Sport was not just complemented by more rigid shock absorbers and short springs, as most automakers do on their charged models. The suspension design of the baby Clio Sport was borrowed from the older lighter Renault Megane RS. The front suspension with separate rotary fists, as well as 17-inch wheels with tires of a dimension of 215/45 R17 provide excellent stability and smooth out all the shortcomings of charged front-wheel drivers.
And how he is managed! Story! A clear and understandable force on the steering wheel. Renault immediately follows the driver’s instructions. The demonstration limit in the turn is much higher than you initially represent it. The Frenchman writes turns with calligraphic handwriting. Brembo brakes with 312-mm disks and four-piston calipers are just gorgeous! ABS and stabilization system work effectively, but delicately. At high speed, Clio RS clearly holds a straight line without requiring unnecessary adjustment of the trajectory.
I pleasantly surprised a good level of comfort. Despite the pronounced sports spirit, small road flaws are not annoyed to passengers, and, although they are accompanied by a decent shaking, they are not brought to the breaks. In addition, it should also be noted worthy sound insulation, which passes only the noise of the engine into the salon, and even at high speeds.
The Renault Sport team once again proved its viability. Renault Clio RS is an excellent self -sufficient product, which needs to be savored more and more, enjoying the verified habits in corners, stable behavior on a straight, excellent motor and clear transmission switches. Clio RS is clearly not like avid tuners. After all, everything that is possible has already been improved here, and having intervened in this unity of the driver and the car, it can simply be spoiled. As for the low level of sales of the Renault Clio RS in Russia, here, most likely, the bright appearance and promotion of competitors' models affected. In addition, Renault Clio is more expensive for both Opel Corsa OPC and Peugeot 207 RC.
The basic price of the Renault Clio RS is 838 700 rubles. For this money, the Frenchman offers a good list of equipment, including a climate control, CD/MP3 Magnetic, ABS, stabilization system, light and rain sensors, heating seats and mirrors. In addition, as additional equipment, you can order xenon headlights, a key card free hands, mirrors with electric power, as well as the aforementioned RECARO sports seats.
Ruslan Galimov
 
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Excellent handling
The tracted motor
Clear switching manual transmission
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Cheap plastic in the cabin
An uncomfortable block of the audio system
 
  
The price of the tested car is 838 700 rubles
Complete the test of the tested car
Mirrors painted in the color of the body
Chrome -made doors
Alloy wheels 17 ''
Tinted side and rear windows
Fabric seats upholstery
Sports front seats Renault Sport
Aluminum pedals
Adaptive electrical power steering
Cruise control
Multifunctional alphanumeric display
Automatic inclusion of lighting and wipers
Fog lights
Light light headlights
Portable ashtray
climate control
Central Castle with DU
The rear seat folding in a ratio of 1/3-2/3
Front pulsed electric windows
Rear -view mirrors with electric
Adjustment of the steering wheel in height
heating the front seats
Tire puncture set
headlight washer
Audiosystem CD MP3
Adjusting the driver's seat in height and lumbar support
Driver safety pillow
Side pillows to protect the chest in the front seats + front and rear inflatable curtains
Rear seat belts
ABS
EBV - electronic brake force distributor
AFU - Emergency Helping Assistance System
Front passenger airbag
Podger seats pillow
3 rear headrest adjustable in height
ESP
Electronic anti -theft device
Automatic door locking during movement
Engine adaptation to launch in cold climate
Protecting the engine crankcase
Coloring metallic
Nearby xenon headlights
City package: key card free hands + mirrors with electric power supply

Specifications
Body
Hatchback body type
The number of places 5
Trunk volume, l 288/1038
Equipped mass, kg 1240
Full mass, kg 1690
Length, mm 3986
Width, mm 1707
Height, mm 1493
Wheel base, mm 2575
Road clearance, mm 120
Engine
Basin type with distributed fuel injection
The location in front is transversely
Location and number of cylinders 4 in a row
Working volume, cm 1998
Cylinder diameter/piston stroke, mm 82.7 x 93.0
The degree of compression is 11.1
The number of valves per cylinder 4
Maximum power, L.S./rpm 197/7250
Maximum torque, NM/rpm 215/5500
Transmission
Mechanical gearbox 6-speed
Front drive
The front suspension is independent, such as McPherson, with a reptile stabilizer
Rack suspension semi -dependent, spring, with tied levers
Front brakes Disco ventilated
Rear brakes Disco ventilated
Tires 215/45 R17
Dynamics
Maximum speed, km/h 215
Acceleration time 0-100 km/h, from 6.9
Fuel consumption, l/100 km
city cycle 12.2
country cycle 7.1
mixed cycle 8.9
Fuel tank capacity, l 55
Fuel AI-95 gasoline

 
 
 

Source: Carclub.ru