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Renault Clio vs Renault Rafale - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (158 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (16600 £ vs 37500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Clio or Renault Rafale?

Renault Clio

Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Clio

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Renault Clio has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16600 £ , while the Renault Rafale costs 37500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20957 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Rafale manages with 0.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Renault Clio with 4.10 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.

Rafale

Engine and Performance:

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 Renault Rafale has a clearly edge – offering 300 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Rafale is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 6.40 s, while the Renault Clio takes 8.30 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

Clio

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 curb weight, Renault Clio is decisively lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 610 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Rafale offers distinct more room – 627 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 236 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Rafale performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1910 L, which is about 734 L more than the Renault Clio.

When it comes to payload, Renault Clio barely noticeable takes the win – 463 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Rafale holds a decisive overall lead 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.

Renault Clio
Renault Rafale

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Rafale

Renault Rafale

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.6 - 5 L
  • Electric Range : 97 km

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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Renault Rafale

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The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.

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Renault Clio
Renault Rafale

Costs and Consumption

Price
16600 - 23700 £
Price
37500 - 49500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
0.6 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
97 km
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
92 - 121 g/km
co2
14 - 109 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1124 - 1331 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2025 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Length
4053 - 4116 mm
Length
4710 mm
Width
1768 - 1798 mm
Width
1886 mm
Height
1440 - 1451 mm
Height
1613 mm
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
Max trunk capacity
1826 - 1910 L
Payload
398 - 463 kg
Payload
415 - 444 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 158 HP
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
95 - 205 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
49 - 116 kW
Power kW
147 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, C
Brand
Renault
Brand
Renault
Is the Renault Clio offered with different drivetrains?

The Renault Clio is offered with 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.