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Vauxhall Astra vs Renault Clio - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (225 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (25200 £ vs 16600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or Renault Clio?

Vauxhall Astra

Renault Clio

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

Astra

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Renault Clio has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16600 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra costs 25200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8606 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Renault Clio with 4.10 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.

Clio

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Astra has a evident edge – offering 225 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Renault Clio takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Astra performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Renault Clio tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Astra pulls decisively stronger with 360 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm difference.

Astra

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Renault Clio is slightly lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1341 kg. The difference is around 217 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers hardly perceptible more room – 422 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 31 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Astra performs a bit better – up to 1339 L, which is about 163 L more than the Renault Clio.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra minimal takes the win – 509 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Astra is far ahead 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.

Vauxhall Astra
Renault Clio

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Astra

Vauxhall Astra

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.40 kWh
  • Electric Range : 82 - 419 km

Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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Renault Clio

The Clio punches above its weight with chic French styling and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that makes city driving feel effortlessly stylish. It's an easy-to-live-with choice that keeps ownership simple and even manages to put a grin on your face when the traffic gets dull.

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Vauxhall Astra
Renault Clio

Costs and Consumption

Price
25200 - 40500 £
Price
16600 - 23700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
82 - 419 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
co2
0 - 135 g/km
co2
92 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
Curb weight
1124 - 1331 kg
Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
4374 mm
Length
4053 - 4116 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1768 - 1798 mm
Height
1432 - 1488 mm
Height
1440 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
Payload
414 - 509 kg
Payload
398 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 225 HP
Power HP
67 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
95 - 205 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Power kW
49 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Astra?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.