Renault Clio MK4 vs Renault Zoe ZOE
Renault Clio
MK4 · 2012 – 2019
The fourth Clio (MK4), on a modified B platform.
Renault Zoe
ZOE · 2012 – 2026
The Zoe (ZOE), a compact electric hatchback.
Renault Clio
Pick the MK4 for an affordable, reliable early Clio with a large used supply.
Renault Zoe
Pick the Zoe for an affordable, efficient electric city car with a long range (ZE50).
Performance
0.9 TCe 90 · Petrol vs ZE50 R135 · Electric
| Renault Clio | Renault Zoe | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
90 hp
|
135 hp
Winner
|
| Torque |
135 Nm
|
245 Nm
Winner
|
| 0–100 km/h |
12,2 s
|
9,5 s
Winner
|
| Top speed |
182 km/h
Winner
|
140 km/h
|
| Power-to-weight |
87,0 hp/t
|
89,9 hp/t
Winner
|
| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
99 g/km
|
0 g/km
Winner
|
| Consumption (WLTP) |
4,3 L/100km
|
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Dimensions & space
| Renault Clio | Renault Zoe | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
300 L
|
338 L
Winner
|
| Boot (seats folded) |
1.146 L
|
1.225 L
Winner
|
| Wheelbase |
2,59 m
Winner
|
2,59 m
|
| Length |
4,06 m
|
4,09 m
|
| Ground clearance |
—
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—
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| Turning circle |
10,6 m
|
10,5 m
Winner
|
| Towing capacity (braked) |
900 kg
|
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Powertrain & tech
| Renault Clio | Renault Zoe | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | B (modified) | Zoe (EV) |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine family | 0.9 TCe · 1.2 TCe · 1.6 RS · 1.5 dCi | Q210/R240 (22 kWh) · ZE40/R90/R110 (41 kWh) · ZE50/R135 (52 kWh) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | Single-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Euro standard | Euro 6 | N/A (electric) |
| LEZ access | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
- 1.2 TCe: timing chain and oil consumption
- EDC (2013–2015): jerky shifts
- Electrical gremlins and MediaNav/R-Link freezes
- 12V battery drain
- Charging port and infotainment glitches
- Battery degradation on early cars
Pros
- Compact, agile and cheap to run
- Reliable 0.9 TCe and efficient 1.5 dCi
- Large, affordable used supply
- Low electricity consumption
- ZE50 with ~390 km range
- Affordable used
Cons
- Tight boot and rear seat
- 1.2 TCe carries chain risk
- Limited range on early versions
- Battery rental on early cars
Driving experience
Renault Clio
Light and easy to manoeuvre in town with a small turning circle, helped by light steering that is not especially communicative. Body control is acceptable but the ride is firmer than the previous generation, especially on larger wheels. The 0.9 TCe and 1.2 TCe feel responsive for daily use when healthy, while the 1.5 dCi is stronger on the motorway. Manual gearboxes are straightforward; the EDC dual-clutch is smooth at speed but often shows low-speed hesitation or judder. Overall a competent supermini of its era rather than a driver's car.
Renault Zoe
Quiet and smooth in town with instant torque delivery. Early models feel modest above 80 km/h; the R135 is more usable for faster roads. Steering is light and accurate enough for urban manoeuvres but lacks feel. Ride quality is comfortable on smaller wheels and firmer on larger alloys. Body roll is noticeable in corners due to the battery weight. Regenerative braking (especially "B" mode on later cars) aids one-pedal driving in town. High-speed refinement is limited by wind and road noise. Overall a competent and relaxing city EV rather than a dynamic driver's car.
Belgian taxes & LEZ
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