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Renault Clio vs Nissan Micra - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (158 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (16600 £ vs 24000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Clio or Nissan Micra?

Renault Clio

Nissan Micra

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Clio has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16600 £, while the Nissan Micra costs 24000 £. That’s a price difference of around 7406 £.

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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 Renault Clio has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 158 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Micra is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Renault Clio takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Renault Clio performs slightly better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Nissan Micra tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Micra pulls a bit stronger with 245 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Renault Clio is distinct lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1452 kg. The difference is around 328 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Clio offers somewhat more room – 391 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Clio performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1176 L, which is about 70 L more than the Nissan Micra.

When it comes to payload, Renault Clio to a small extent takes the win – 463 kg compared to 408 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Nissan Micra proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Nissan Micra is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Nissan Micra

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 150 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.2 - 14.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 317 - 416 km
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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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Nissan Micra

The Nissan Micra is a compact hatchback renowned for its agile handling and city-friendly dimensions. With a design that blends sleek curves with a practical layout, it appeals to urban drivers who value style and efficiency. Inside, the car offers a surprising amount of room and useful tech features, making it both a convenient and comfortable ride for daily commutes.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16600 - 23700 £
Price
24000 - 29900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 14.7 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
317 - 416 km
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
co2
92 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1124 - 1331 kg
Curb weight
1452 - 1527 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
326 L
Length
4053 - 4116 mm
Length
3974 mm
Width
1768 - 1798 mm
Width
1774 mm
Height
1440 - 1451 mm
Height
1490 mm
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Payload
398 - 463 kg
Payload
403 - 408 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 158 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
150 km/h
Torque
95 - 205 Nm
Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
49 - 116 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2023 - 2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
Nissan

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Is the Renault Clio offered with different drivetrains?

The Renault Clio is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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