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Lexus UX vs Renault Clio comparison

Compare performance (199 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (38,700 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus UX or Renault Clio?

Lexus UX vs Renault Clio: Key differences

Lexus UX

4.6 (6 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Clio

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Clio is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Lexus UX costs 38,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,685 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Clio uses 4.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus UX with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

Clio

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus UX offers markedly more power – delivering 199 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus UX is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Renault Clio takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

UX

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Clio is noticeably lighter – 1,202 kg compared to 1,495 kg. The difference is around 293 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Clio offers very slightly more boot space – 327 L compared to 320 L. That’s a difference of about 7 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus UX carries noticeably more – 615 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 152 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Clio is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Clio

Renault Clio

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.1 - 5.2 L/100km
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Lexus UX

The Lexus UX is a compact luxury crossover that blends sharp styling with a quiet, comfortable cabin, perfect for urban buyers who want premium feel without shouting about it. It rides with poise, serves up plush materials and thoughtful tech, and—while it won’t satisfy anyone chasing track thrills—it's a smart, stylish choice for everyday driving.

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Reviews Lexus UX

4.6 (6 Reviews)
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marjollet
10 Feb 2026, 16:56:36

After a Toyota Avensis D4D with a BMW engine, I chose the UX 250h F Sport Design and I'm very satisfied.

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Norma
21 Dec 2025, 18:27:57

Lv my UX I live 10 miles outside Belfast do aloy of country driving to reach different places I go t

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Renault Clio

The Renault Clio is a smartly styled and practical compact hatch that feels at home in city traffic while offering a surprisingly refined ride. It pairs user-friendly tech and a comfortable interior with a reputation for being economical and easy to live with.

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Reviews Renault Clio

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technoman
31 Mar 2026, 08:36:27

Having owned a clio now for the last 8 years we have found the 0.9ltr engine to work well both around town and on motorways . Averaging around 45mpg on mixed driving. The 3 cylinder engine has no cambelt to worry about . Interior has worked and worn well . No defects at all during owner ship BUT the striking red paintwork (metallic) is showing deterioration and is expensive to put right and this would be the only reason for dropping a star off the rating . There are two main services on the car an A and a B service. All they do on the A service is change the cabin filter and do the usual safety checks which costa around £120 the second B service is oil and filter change around £230 but at 36000 miles need air filter and brake fluid change which can add another £120

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Costs and Consumption
Price
38,700 - 54,100 £
Price
17,100 - 23,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
113 - 127 g/km
co2
92 - 118 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,555 kg
Curb weight
1,202 - 1,316 kg
Trunk capacity
283 - 320 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 327 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,840 mm
Width
1,768 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
555 - 615 kg
Payload
453 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
199 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
190 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
146 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Lexus UX have?

The Lexus UX is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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