Renault Clio MK5 vs Renault Zoe ZOE
Renault Clio
MK5 · 2019 – 2026
The fifth Clio (MK5), on the CMF-B platform with the E-Tech hybrid.
Renault Zoe
ZOE · 2012 – 2026
The Zoe (ZOE), a compact electric hatchback.
Renault Clio
Pick the MK5 for the modern, efficient Clio with a bigger boot and the E-Tech hybrid.
Renault Zoe
Pick the Zoe for an affordable, efficient electric city car with a long range (ZE50).
Performance
1.0 TCe 100 · Petrol vs ZE50 R135 · Electric
| Renault Clio | Renault Zoe | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
100 hp
|
135 hp
Winner
|
| Torque |
160 Nm
|
245 Nm
Winner
|
| 0–100 km/h |
11,8 s
|
9,5 s
Winner
|
| Top speed |
187 km/h
Winner
|
140 km/h
|
| Power-to-weight |
91,7 hp/t
Winner
|
89,9 hp/t
|
| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
112 g/km
|
0 g/km
Winner
|
| Consumption (WLTP) |
5,0 L/100km
|
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Dimensions & space
| Renault Clio | Renault Zoe | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
391 L
Winner
|
338 L
|
| Boot (seats folded) |
1.069 L
|
1.225 L
Winner
|
| Wheelbase |
2,59 m
|
2,59 m
Winner
|
| Length |
4,05 m
|
4,09 m
|
| Ground clearance |
—
|
—
|
| Turning circle |
10,4 m
Winner
|
10,5 m
|
| Towing capacity (braked) |
900 kg
|
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Powertrain & tech
| Renault Clio | Renault Zoe | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | CMF-B | Zoe (EV) |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine family | 1.0 SCe · 1.0 TCe · 1.3 TCe · 1.5 Blue dCi · E-Tech 140/145 | Q210/R240 (22 kWh) · ZE40/R90/R110 (41 kWh) · ZE50/R135 (52 kWh) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual · X-tronic CVT | Single-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Euro standard | Euro 6d | N/A (electric) |
| LEZ access | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
- E-Tech hybrid: 12V battery drain
- Electrical gremlins and infotainment freezes
- 1.5 Blue dCi: DPF and AdBlue on short trips
- 12V battery drain
- Charging port and infotainment glitches
- Battery degradation on early cars
Pros
- Modern interior and attractive design
- Smooth 1.0 TCe and efficient E-Tech hybrid
- Bigger boot than the MK4 (391 L)
- Low electricity consumption
- ZE50 with ~390 km range
- Affordable used
Cons
- Rear seat still tight
- Infotainment can be slow
- Limited range on early versions
- Battery rental on early cars
Driving experience
Renault Clio
Light and easy to place in town, with precise-enough steering for the class but little real feedback. Body control is firmer than the previous Clio, reducing roll in corners while staying acceptable on normal roads — the ride is firm rather than plush. The 1.0 TCe and 1.3 TCe feel responsive for daily use; the E-Tech hybrid adds strong low-speed electric assistance and smooth transitions in most conditions. Manual gearboxes are straightforward, and the EDC dual-clutch is smooth at speed but can hesitate at low speeds. Overall a competent, easy supermini 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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