Compare performance (158 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 30,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Clio or Lynk & Co 02?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Renault Clio is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Lynk & Co 02 costs 30,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,795 £.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Lynk & Co 02 offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 114 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lynk & Co 02 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Renault Clio takes 8.3 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lynk & Co 02 delivers clearly more torque with 323 Nm compared to 190 Nm. That’s about 133 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Clio is substantially lighter – 1,202 kg compared to 1,895 kg. The difference is around 693 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lynk & Co 02 offers markedly more boot space – 410 L compared to 327 L. That’s a difference of about 83 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Lynk & Co 02 offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,349 L, about 173 L more than the Renault Clio.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Clio carries moderately more – 463 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.
The Lynk & Co 02 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.
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.
detailsThe Lynk & Co 02 wears its attitude like a leather jacket—bold styling and a youthful cabin that punches above its class, appealing to buyers who want personality as well as practicality. It's a genuinely engaging compact with everyday usability, offering enough flair and refinement to stand out in a crowded market without trying too hard.
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Price
17,100 - 23,700 £
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Price
30,900 - 34,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.1 - 17.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
435 - 445 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
92 - 115 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,202 - 1,316 kg
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Curb weight
1,895 kg
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Trunk capacity
301 - 327 L
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Trunk capacity
410 L
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Length
4,116 mm
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Length
4,460 mm
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Width
1,768 mm
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Width
1,845 mm
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Height
1,451 mm
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Height
1,573 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,094 - 1,176 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,349 L
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Payload
453 - 463 kg
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Payload
375 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 158 HP
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Power HP
272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
190 Nm
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Torque
323 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
84 - 116 kW
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Power kW
200 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,026
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
Lynk & Co
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