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Renault Clio vs Subaru Crosstrek - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (158 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (16600 £ vs 29800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Clio or Subaru Crosstrek?

Renault Clio

Subaru Crosstrek

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

Clio

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 Subaru Crosstrek costs 29800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13235 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Clio manages with 4.10 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.70 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.

Crosstrek

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 Clio has a a bit edge – offering 158 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Clio is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.80 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Subaru Crosstrek performs minimal better – reaching 198 km/h, while the Renault Clio tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 18 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Clio pulls somewhat stronger with 205 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 23 Nm difference.

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 clearly lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1595 kg. The difference is around 471 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Clio offers to a small extent more room – 391 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 76 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Crosstrek performs to a small extent better – up to 1314 L, which is about 138 L more than the Renault Clio.

When it comes to payload, Subaru Crosstrek minimal takes the win – 505 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Renault Clio proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault Clio is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £16,600
Clio

Renault Clio

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 67 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.1 - 5.3 L
Renault Clio
Subaru Crosstrek

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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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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Renault Clio
Subaru Crosstrek

Costs and Consumption

Price
16600 - 23700 £
Price
29800 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
7.70 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
92 - 121 g/km
co2
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 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
1595 - 1628 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
4053 - 4116 mm
Length
4495 mm
Width
1768 - 1798 mm
Width
1800 mm
Height
1440 - 1451 mm
Height
1600 mm
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
Max trunk capacity
1297 - 1314 L
Payload
398 - 463 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 158 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.80 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
198 km/h
Torque
95 - 205 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
49 - 116 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Renault
Brand
Subaru
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.